Gopalpur - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 44 km from Pakhanjur and around 170 km from Kanker. Orchagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 448372. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.82 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 44 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 423 people, including 222 males and 201 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.52%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 65.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 222 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 155 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 67 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gopalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Gopalpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Gopalpur is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Orchagaon.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 494777.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 423, including 222 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 74.52%. Male literacy was 82.89% and female literacy was 65.73%.