Gopalpur
Gopalpur is a Town and Subdivision in Bhagalpur District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Gopalpur Block (CD) is 01334. The total area of Gopalpur Subdivision is 143 km². Gopalpur has a sex ratio of approximately 876 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Gopalpur Subdivision
Gopalpur Subdivision has a total of 18 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Gopalpur Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abhia | Abhia Pachagachia | Nawgachhia (12 km) |
| 2 | Abhia Diara | Abhia Pachagachia | Gopalpur |
| 3 | Azmabad | Sungtia Bazar | Nawgachhia (15 km) |
| 4 | Azmabad Milik | Sungtia Bazar | Gopalpur |
| 5 | Dharhara | Makandpur | Nawgachhia (5 km) |
| 6 | Dimha | Gopalpur Dimha Gopalpur | Nawgachhia (16 km) |
| 7 | Goshaingaon | Goshaingaon | Nawgachhia (4 km) |
| 8 | Latra | Dumaria Chaperghat | Nawgachhia (15 km) |
| 9 | Latra Milik | Dumaria Chaperghat | Gopalpur |
| 10 | Makanpur | Makandpur | Nawgachhia (5 km) |
| 11 | Mathiara | Babu Tola Kamlakund | Gopalpur |
| 12 | Mathiarachak | Babu Tola Kamlakund | Gopalpur |
| 13 | Parasrampur | Gopalpur Dimha Gopalpur | Gopalpur |
| 14 | Parasrampur Milik | Gopalpur Dimha Gopalpur | Gopalpur |
| 15 | Rampur Gandharp Milik | Gopalpur Dimha Gopalpur | Gopalpur |
| 16 | Saidpur Dabra | Gopalpur Dimha Gopalpur | Nawgachhia (12 km) |
| 17 | Sungtia | Sungtia Bazar | Gopalpur |
| 18 | Tintanga | Tintanga Diyara North | Nawgachhia (15 km) |
Population of Gopalpur Subdivision
The population profile of Gopalpur Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Gopalpur Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94,952 | 94,952 | N/A |
| Male Population | 50,606 | 50,606 | N/A |
| Female Population | 44,346 | 44,346 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18,193 | 18,193 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,340 | 9,340 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,853 | 8,853 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 49,450 | 49,450 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 29,790 | 29,790 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 19,660 | 19,660 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 45,502 | 45,502 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 20,816 | 20,816 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 24,686 | 24,686 | N/A |
| Total Households | 17,917 | 17,917 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 94,952 people. Includes nearly 50,606 males and 44,346 females. Rural population is about 94,952 people.
- There are around 18,193 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 9,340 boys and 8,853 girls.
- Literate population is about 49,450 people. Non-literate population is around 45,502 people.
- There are nearly 17,917 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Gopalpur Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 7,660 | 7,660 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4,095 | 4,095 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 3,565 | 3,565 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 500 | 500 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 280 | 280 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 220 | 220 | N/A |
| Population Density | 665 / km² | 665 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gopalpur Subdivision is approximately 7,660 people, including 4,095 males and 3,565 females. Around 7,660 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gopalpur Subdivision is about 500 people, including 280 males and 220 females. Around 500 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 665 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 665 people per sq. km.