Gopalpur - Lateri, Vidisha
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Lateri tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lateri and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Gopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 480601. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.47 hectares and falls under the 464114 pincode. Lateri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 729 people, consisting of 383 males and 346 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 729 | 383 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 222 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 161 | 195 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gola Kheda Khurd | West | 1.28 km |
| Jalpur | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Danwas | South | 2.44 km |
| Chhirari | East | 2.48 km |
| Chainpura | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Sahar Kheda | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Mohammadgarh | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Mandkho | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Mamkhedi | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Ibrahimganj | North | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gopalpur. The nearest railway station is Ganj Basoda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Lateri to Gopalpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Gopalpur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Lateri Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 464114.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 729, including 383 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 152 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 51.17%. Male literacy is 57.96% and female literacy is 43.64%.