Gopalpur - Ghoda Dongri, Betul
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Ghoda Dongri tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoda Dongri and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Shaktighad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 485931. The village covers a total geographical area of 708.08 hectares and falls under the 460220 pincode. Betul is the nearest town, located about 78 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 Ghoradongri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 680 people, consisting of 348 males and 332 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 434 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 348 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 252 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 96 | 150 |
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
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Betul to Gopalpur is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 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 5-10 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 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 Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Ghoda Dongri Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Shaktighad.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 460220.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 680, including 348 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 135 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 63.82%. Male literacy is 72.41% and female literacy is 54.82%.