Gopala - Amas, Gaya
Gopala is a village situated in the Amas subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amas and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Sawnkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopala is 255797. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 824219 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gopala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopala
As per Census 2011, Gopala village has a total population of 9 people, consisting of 5 males and 4 females. The village has 1 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6 literate and 3 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | - | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Gopala
Gopala 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 Gopala
Public transport in the Gopala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Gopala is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Gopala is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gopala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopala 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopala
Where is Gopala located?
Gopala village is located in Amas Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopala is Sawnkala.
What is the pincode of Gopala?
The pincode of Gopala is 824219.
What is the population of Gopala?
Gopala has a total population of 9, including 5 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Gopala?
There are 1 households in Gopala.
What is the literacy rate in Gopala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopala is 66.67%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 25.00%.