Khapa (Gopalpur) - Narayanganj, Mandla
Khapa (Gopalpur) is a village situated in the Narayanganj tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanganj and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Dudua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapa (Gopalpur) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapa (Gopalpur) is 492635. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.17 hectares and falls under the 481666 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Khapa (Gopalpur) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khapa (Gopalpur)
According to the 2011 Census, Khapa (Gopalpur) village had a total population of 558 people, including 280 males and 278 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.78%, with male literacy at 64.78% and female literacy at 42.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 555.
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 | 558 | 280 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 555 | 278 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 149 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 131 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Khapa (Gopalpur)
Khapa (Gopalpur) 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Moiyanala F.v. | West | 1.92 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 1.93 km |
| Dhudhuwa | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Bijadandi | South | 2.56 km |
| Ghughari (chauki) | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Deojhir (salaiya) | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Chitaura | West | 4.41 km |
| Mahgaon | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Salaiya Mal.(barangada) | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Kurkuti | South | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khapa (Gopalpur)
Khapa (Gopalpur) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jamtara Paraswara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Khapa (Gopalpur) is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Khapa (Gopalpur) is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapa (Gopalpur)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapa (Gopalpur) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khapa (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 Khapa (Gopalpur) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khapa (Gopalpur)
Where is Khapa (Gopalpur) located?
Khapa (Gopalpur) village is located in Narayanganj Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapa (Gopalpur)?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapa (Gopalpur) is Dudua.
What is the pincode of Khapa (Gopalpur)?
The pincode of Khapa (Gopalpur) is 481666.
What is the population of Khapa (Gopalpur)?
Khapa (Gopalpur) had a total population of 558, including 280 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Khapa (Gopalpur)?
Khapa (Gopalpur) had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapa (Gopalpur)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapa (Gopalpur) was 53.78%. Male literacy was 64.78% and female literacy was 42.92%.