Gopalpur - Koya, Kamrup
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Koya subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Jayontipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 302427. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.12 hectares and falls under the 781354 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mangaldoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 1,218 people, consisting of 623 males and 595 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 934 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,218 | 623 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 934 | 525 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 98 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Public transport in the Gopalpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Gopalpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Gopalpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Koya Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Jayontipur.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 781354.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 1,218, including 623 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 243 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 76.68%. Male literacy is 84.27% and female literacy is 68.74%.