Gopalpur
Gopalpur is a village located in Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pithaura (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Gopalpur has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Gopalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gopalpur is 446381. The village spans a total geographical area of 1038.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493551. Bagbahara is nearest town to Gopalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gopalpur 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 Basna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gopalpur
Population of Gopalpur
Below is a concise population overview of Gopalpur 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 | 2,639 | 1,293 | 1,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 167 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,936 | 952 | 984 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 818 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,253 | 475 | 778 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gopalpur village:
- The total population of Gopalpur village is around 2,639, including approximately 1,293 males and 1,346 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 350 children aged 0–6 years in Gopalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gopalpur village has 52 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,936 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gopalpur village is about 52.52%, with male literacy at 63.26% and female literacy at 42.20%.
- There are around 622 households in Gopalpur village.
Connectivity of Gopalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gopalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gopalpur 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gopalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gopalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gopalpur
- Where is Gopalpur located?
- Gopalpur village is situated in Pithora Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
- Gopalpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
- The pincode of Gopalpur is 493551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopalpur is 2,639, with 1,293 males and 1,346 females.
- How many households are there in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village has a total of 622 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopalpur is 52.52%. The male literacy rate is 63.26%, while the female literacy rate is 42.20%.