Gopala
About Gopala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gopala village is 609104. Gopala village is located in Tarikere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Tarikere (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Gopala village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 851.08 hectares. Gopala has a total population of 2,241 peoples, out of which male population is 1,133 while female population is 1,108. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 977 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gopala village is 60.95% out of which 67.78% males and 53.97% females are literate. There are about 534 houses in gopala village. Pincode of gopala village locality is 577144.
When it comes to administration, Gopala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gopala village comes under Tarikere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Tarikere is nearest town to gopala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Gopala
Population of Gopala
The population details of Gopala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,241 | 1,133 | 1,108 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 717 | 342 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,366 | 768 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 875 | 365 | 510 |
Connectivity of Gopala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gopala
Frequently Asked Questions about Gopala
Where is Gopala located?
Gopala village is situated in Tarikere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopala?
Gopala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gopala?
The pincode of Gopala is 577144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gopala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopala is 2,241, with 1,133 males and 1,108 females.
How many households are there in Gopala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gopala village has a total of 534 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopala is 60.95%. The male literacy rate is 67.78%, while the female literacy rate is 53.97%.