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
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 923 people, including 492 males and 431 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.21%, with male literacy at 71.71% and female literacy at 47.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 272, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 923 | 492 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 143 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 923, including 492 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 60.21%. Male literacy was 71.71% and female literacy was 47.01%.