Gopalkhadi - Kalwan, Nashik
Gopalkhadi is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Gopalkhadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalkhadi is 549808. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 423501 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Gopalkhadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalkhadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalkhadi village had a total population of 957 people, including 479 males and 478 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.15%, with male literacy at 91.63% and female literacy at 78.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 951.
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 | 957 | 479 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 951 | 477 | 474 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 394 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 85 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalkhadi
Gopalkhadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalkhadi
Gopalkhadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nashik to Gopalkhadi is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalkhadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalkhadi 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 Gopalkhadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalkhadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalkhadi
Where is Gopalkhadi located?
Gopalkhadi village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gopalkhadi?
Gopalkhadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalkhadi?
The pincode of Gopalkhadi is 423501.
What is the population of Gopalkhadi?
Gopalkhadi had a total population of 957, including 479 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Gopalkhadi?
Gopalkhadi had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalkhadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalkhadi was 85.15%. Male literacy was 91.63% and female literacy was 78.70%.