Gopalpur - Simri, Buxar
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Simri subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Majhwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 247908. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 802135 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 752 people, consisting of 394 males and 358 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | 394 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 92 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 276 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 118 | 217 |
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. Gopalpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Gopalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Gopalpur is about 20 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Simri Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Majhwari.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 802135.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 752, including 394 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 84 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 55.45%. Male literacy is 70.05% and female literacy is 39.39%.