Gopalpura - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Gopalpura is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Gopalpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpura is 458275. The village covers a total geographical area of 827.09 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gopalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalpura
As per Census 2011, Gopalpura village has a total population of 1,865 people, consisting of 998 males and 867 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 959 literate and 906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 463 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,865 | 998 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 155 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 249 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 79 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 959 | 620 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 378 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpura
Gopalpura 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 Gopalpura
Public transport in the Gopalpura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bijawar to Gopalpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Gopalpura is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalpura 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 Gopalpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalpura 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 Gopalpura
Where is Gopalpura located?
Gopalpura village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpura?
Gopalpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpura?
The pincode of Gopalpura is 471405.
What is the population of Gopalpura?
Gopalpura has a total population of 1,865, including 998 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpura?
There are 362 households in Gopalpura.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpura is 51.42%. Male literacy is 62.12% and female literacy is 39.10%.