Gopalia - Umarpada, Surat
Gopalia is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Sarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalia is 523918. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.87 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Gopalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalia
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalia village had a total population of 310 people, including 157 males and 153 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.91%, with male literacy at 77.86% and female literacy at 66.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 310.
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 | 310 | 157 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 157 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 55 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalia
Gopalia 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 Gopalia
Gopalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Surat to Gopalia is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gopalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalia
Where is Gopalia located?
Gopalia village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalia is Sarda.
What is the pincode of Gopalia?
The pincode of Gopalia is 394445.
What is the population of Gopalia?
Gopalia had a total population of 310, including 157 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Gopalia?
Gopalia had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalia was 71.91%. Male literacy was 77.86% and female literacy was 66.18%.