Gopalpur - Kanti, Muzaffarpur
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Kanti subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanti and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Jhitkahi Madhuban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 228632. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.3 hectares and falls under the 843109 pincode. Kanti is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 1,932 people, consisting of 1,034 males and 898 females. The village has 372 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,093 literate and 839 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,932 | 1,034 | 898 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 207 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 165 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 626 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 839 | 408 | 431 |
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
Public transport in the Gopalpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanti to Gopalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffarpur to Gopalpur is about 25 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 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 >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Kanti Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Jhitkahi Madhuban.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 843109.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 1,932, including 1,034 males and 898 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 372 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 56.57%. Male literacy is 60.54% and female literacy is 52.00%.