Gopalpura - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gopalpura is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Gopalpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpura is 477211. The village covers a total geographical area of 695.85 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gopalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpura
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpura village had a total population of 1,643 people, including 832 males and 811 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.46%, with male literacy at 70.78% and female literacy at 49.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 768.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 832 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 151 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 768 | 387 | 381 |
| Literate Population | 812 | 482 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 350 | 481 |
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
Gopalpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kasrawad to Gopalpura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gopalpura is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalpura
Where is Gopalpura located?
Gopalpura village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) 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 451228.
What is the population of Gopalpura?
Gopalpura had a total population of 1,643, including 832 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpura?
Gopalpura had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpura was 60.46%. Male literacy was 70.78% and female literacy was 49.85%.