Gopinatham - Hanur, Chamarajanagar
Gopinatham is a village situated in the Hanur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 120 km from Kollegal and around 152 km from Chamarajanagar. Gopinatham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopinatham is 619886. The village covers a total geographical area of 323 hectares and falls under the 571490 pincode. Hanur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gopinatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopinatham
As per Census 2011, Gopinatham village has a total population of 4,462 people, consisting of 2,457 males and 2,005 females. The village has 1,133 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 609 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,954 literate and 2,508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,011 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 370 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopinatham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,462 | 2,457 | 2,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 609 | 364 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,011 | 547 | 464 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 198 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 1,954 | 1,220 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,508 | 1,237 | 1,271 |
Nearby Villages of Gopinatham
Gopinatham 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 Gopinatham
Gopinatham 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 Hanur to Gopinatham is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Gopinatham is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopinatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopinatham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopinatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopinatham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopinatham
Where is Gopinatham located?
Gopinatham village is located in Hanur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopinatham?
Gopinatham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopinatham?
The pincode of Gopinatham is 571490.
What is the population of Gopinatham?
Gopinatham has a total population of 4,462, including 2,457 males and 2,005 females.
How many households are there in Gopinatham?
There are 1,133 households in Gopinatham.
What is the literacy rate in Gopinatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopinatham is 43.79%. Male literacy is 49.65% and female literacy is 36.61%.