Gopal Pura - Khirkiya, Harda

Gopal Pura is a village situated in the Khirkiya tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khirkiya and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Harda. Pratappura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopal Pura village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopal Pura is 486568. The village covers a total geographical area of 712.15 hectares and falls under the 461441 pincode. Khirkiya is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.

Gopal Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Gopal Pura

According to the 2011 Census, Gopal Pura village had a total population of 717 people, including 355 males and 362 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.40%, with male literacy at 83.76% and female literacy at 62.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 213.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Gopal Pura

Gopal Pura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Gopal Pura

Gopal Pura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barud, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khirkiya to Gopal Pura is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Harda to Gopal Pura is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Gopal Pura

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopal Pura village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Gopal Pura

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopal Pura village are given below:

FAQs about Gopal Pura