Gopalpur - Baraily, Raisen
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Ghat Pipariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 484580. The village covers a total geographical area of 432.67 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 601 people, including 312 males and 289 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.42%, with male literacy at 76.80% and female literacy at 57.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 601 | 312 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 192 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 120 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banskheda | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Doomar | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Muwar | South | 2.64 km |
| Satrawan | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Ghat Pipliya | East | 2.99 km |
| Panjara Vijaysingh | North | 3.07 km |
| Sojani | East | 3.12 km |
| Dhabla | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Bhiladiya | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Khandraj | North-East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Public transport in the Gopalpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Gopalpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Gopalpur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Ghat Pipariya.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 464668.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 601, including 312 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 67.42%. Male literacy was 76.80% and female literacy was 57.45%.