Gopaliya - Narwar, Shivpuri
Gopaliya is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Bheempur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopaliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopaliya is 455471. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.1 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gopaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopaliya
As per Census 2011, Gopaliya village has a total population of 667 people, consisting of 347 males and 320 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 347 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 84 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 233 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 114 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Gopaliya
Gopaliya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkhadi | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Nanakpur | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Bhimpur | South | 2.30 km |
| Pawa | West | 3.94 km |
| Shergarh | East | 4.60 km |
| Pachpedia | North-West | 5.65 km |
| Tharkhera | South-East | 6.07 km |
| Ukayala | South | 6.60 km |
| Chakrampur | East | 7.67 km |
| Raipur | South-West | 8.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopaliya
Gopaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Indargarh, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Narwar to Gopaliya is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Gopaliya is about 45 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 Gopaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopaliya 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 Gopaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopaliya 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 Gopaliya
Where is Gopaliya located?
Gopaliya village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopaliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopaliya is Bheempur.
What is the pincode of Gopaliya?
The pincode of Gopaliya is 473880.
What is the population of Gopaliya?
Gopaliya has a total population of 667, including 347 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Gopaliya?
There are 125 households in Gopaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Gopaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopaliya is 54.57%. Male literacy is 67.15% and female literacy is 40.94%.