Gopalitola - Murliganj, Madhepura
Gopalitola is a village situated in the Murliganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murliganj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Dinapatti Sakhua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalitola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalitola is 225984. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.84 hectares and falls under the 852122 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gopalitola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bihariganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalitola
As per Census 2011, Gopalitola village has a total population of 2,619 people, consisting of 1,403 males and 1,216 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 589 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 951 literate and 1,668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 953 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalitola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,619 | 1,403 | 1,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 589 | 332 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 518 | 435 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 590 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,668 | 813 | 855 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalitola
Gopalitola 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 Gopalitola
Public transport in the Gopalitola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gopalitola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Gopalitola is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Gopalitola is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalitola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopalitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalitola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalitola
Where is Gopalitola located?
Gopalitola village is located in Murliganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalitola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalitola is Dinapatti Sakhua.
What is the pincode of Gopalitola?
The pincode of Gopalitola is 852122.
What is the population of Gopalitola?
Gopalitola has a total population of 2,619, including 1,403 males and 1,216 females.
How many households are there in Gopalitola?
There are 563 households in Gopalitola.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalitola is 36.31%. Male literacy is 42.05% and female literacy is 29.69%.