Gopalpur
Gopalpur is a village located in Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sherghati (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gopalpur unique in its vibrant Sherghati-Gaya region. You’ll see Gopalpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gopalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gopalpur is 256337. The village spans a total geographical area of 611 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Gopalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Gopalpur
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur has a total population of about 5,791, with approximately 3,100 males and 2,691 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,036 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,065 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.98%, with male literacy at about 60.84% and female literacy near 41.77%. There are around 926 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gopalpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,791 | 3,100 | 2,691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,036 | 512 | 524 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,065 | 1,174 | 891 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,010 | 1,886 | 1,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,781 | 1,214 | 1,567 |
Connectivity of Gopalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gopalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gopalpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gopalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gopalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gopalpur
- Where is Gopalpur located?
- Gopalpur village is situated in Sherghati Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
- Gopalpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopalpur is 5,791, with 3,100 males and 2,691 females.
- How many households are there in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village has a total of 926 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopalpur is 51.98%. The male literacy rate is 60.84%, while the female literacy rate is 41.77%.