Gopalpur - Naobaicha, Lakhimpur
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Naobaicha subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilotia and around 22 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Phulbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 287797. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.4 hectares and falls under the 787023 pincode. Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Naoboicha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 1,318 people, including 665 males and 653 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.20%, with male literacy at 89.23% and female literacy at 76.96%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,318 | 665 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 71 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 530 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 135 | 212 |
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
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gopalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhimpur to Gopalpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Gopalpur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Naobaicha Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Phulbari.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 787023.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 1,318, including 665 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 83.20%. Male literacy was 89.23% and female literacy was 76.96%.