Gopla - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Gopla is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Gopala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopla is 503398. The village covers a total geographical area of 1156.93 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gopla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopla
As per Census 2011, Gopla village has a total population of 1,728 people, consisting of 898 males and 830 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 1,141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 906 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,728 | 898 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 204 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 906 | 480 | 426 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 365 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,141 | 533 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Gopla
Gopla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padri Kalan | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Parsauna | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Ghuwas | North | 4.54 km |
| Bhuidharwa | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Korsariya | West | 4.71 km |
| Seegra | North-East | 4.94 km |
| Phuthadwa | South | 5.72 km |
| Lali | North | 6.19 km |
| Bar | East | 7.08 km |
| Tendua | North | 7.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopla
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gopla. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sonbhadra to Gopla is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Gopla is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopla
Where is Gopla located?
Gopla village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopla?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopla is Gopala.
What is the pincode of Gopla?
The pincode of Gopla is 486882.
What is the population of Gopla?
Gopla has a total population of 1,728, including 898 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Gopla?
There are 358 households in Gopla.
What is the literacy rate in Gopla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopla is 33.97%. Male literacy is 40.65% and female literacy is 26.75%.