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.
Gulapenta has its own place in the vibrant Bijapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Gulapenta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gulapenta village:
- The total population of Gulapenta village is around 789, including approximately 426 males and 363 females, with a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Gulapenta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gulapenta village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 183 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gulapenta village is about 57.54%, with male literacy at 64.08% and female literacy at 49.86%.
- There are around 185 households in Gulapenta village.
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%.