Gulapenta
Gulapenta is a village located in Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Bhopalpattanam (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Gullapenta is the gram panchayat of Gulapenta village.
Here you can discover what makes Gulapenta unique in its vibrant Bhopalpattnam-Bijapur region. You’ll see Gulapenta’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 Gulapenta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gulapenta is 450760. The village spans a total geographical area of 535.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494446. Bhopalpattanam is nearest town to Gulapenta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gulapenta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gulapenta
Population of Gulapenta
According to the 2011 Census, Gulapenta has a total population of about 789, with approximately 426 males and 363 females. The sex ratio is around 852 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 183. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.54%, with male literacy at about 64.08% and female literacy near 49.86%. There are around 185 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gulapenta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 789 | 426 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 66 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 115 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 273 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 153 | 182 |
Connectivity of Gulapenta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gulapenta. As per the 2011 stats, Gulapenta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gulapenta
Knowing the nearby villages of Gulapenta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gulapenta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gulapenta
- Where is Gulapenta located?
- Gulapenta village is situated in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gulapenta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gulapenta is Gullapenta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gulapenta?
- The pincode of Gulapenta is 494446, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gulapenta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gulapenta is 789, with 426 males and 363 females.
- How many households are there in Gulapenta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gulapenta village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gulapenta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gulapenta is 57.54%. The male literacy rate is 64.08%, while the female literacy rate is 49.86%.