Gopalpur - Hanumannagar, Darbhanga
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Hanumannagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanumannagar and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Godai Patti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 227484. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 846003 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 17 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 923 people, consisting of 492 males and 431 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 454 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 923 | 492 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 143 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 454 | 289 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 203 | 266 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Gopalpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| 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 Hanumannagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Godai Patti.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 846003.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 923, including 492 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 226 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 49.19%. Male literacy is 58.74% and female literacy is 38.28%.