Gopalpur - Sabour, Bhagalpur
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Sabour subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sabour and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Barari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 239401. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 813210 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Nathnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 2,387 people, consisting of 1,278 males and 1,109 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,314 literate and 1,073 illiterate residents. Additionally, 753 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,387 | 1,278 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 268 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 753 | 416 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,314 | 788 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,073 | 490 | 583 |
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 auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Gopalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Gopalpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Sabour Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Barari.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 813210.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 2,387, including 1,278 males and 1,109 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 411 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 55.05%. Male literacy is 61.66% and female literacy is 47.43%.