Gopaulia - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Gopaulia is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Chamwaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopaulia is 216163. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.9 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gopaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopaulia
As per Census 2011, Gopaulia village has a total population of 61 people, consisting of 29 males and 32 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 13 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Gopaulia
Gopaulia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahipur | West | 1.34 km |
| Pipardarhi | South | 1.47 km |
| Chamwalia | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Sirji Barhampur | North | 1.79 km |
| Sirsia | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Tri-bhauni | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Bom | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Kaimabandh | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Banchehri | South | 3.65 km |
| Bharauliya | North | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopaulia
Public transport in the Gopaulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kharpokhra, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Gopaulia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Gopaulia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopaulia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gopaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopaulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopaulia
Where is Gopaulia located?
Gopaulia village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopaulia is Chamwaliya.
What is the pincode of Gopaulia?
The pincode of Gopaulia is 845105.
What is the population of Gopaulia?
Gopaulia has a total population of 61, including 29 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Gopaulia?
There are 11 households in Gopaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Gopaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopaulia is 44.26%. Male literacy is 55.17% and female literacy is 34.38%.