Gopalpur - Sherghati, Gaya
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Gopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 256337. The village covers a total geographical area of 611 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 4 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 5,791 people, including 3,100 males and 2,691 females, living in 926 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.30%, with male literacy at 72.87% and female literacy at 51.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,065, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 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 |
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
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Gopalpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Gopalpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 824211.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 5,791, including 3,100 males and 2,691 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 926 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 63.30%. Male literacy was 72.87% and female literacy was 51.87%.