Gopalpur - Pithora, Mahasamund
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Gopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 446381. The village covers a total geographical area of 1038.55 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 2,639 people, consisting of 1,293 males and 1,346 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,386 literate and 1,253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,936 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dongripali | South | 2.20 km |
| Kishanpur (kisanpur) | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Khair Khuta | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Teka | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Rajasewaiya Khurd | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Memra | East | 4.02 km |
| Kurkuti | North | 4.56 km |
| Kaudiya | South | 4.75 km |
| Atharagudi | West | 4.75 km |
| Sewaiya Kalan | South | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Gopalpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Gopalpur 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 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 493445.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 2,639, including 1,293 males and 1,346 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 622 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 52.52%. Male literacy is 63.26% and female literacy is 42.20%.