Gopinathkilla - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Gopinathkilla is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from Zikzak and around 70 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopinathkilla is 274044. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Gopinathkilla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopinathkilla
According to the 2011 Census, Gopinathkilla village had a total population of 367 people, including 221 males and 146 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 661 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.79%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 88.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 319.
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 | 367 | 221 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 173 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 176 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 45 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Gopinathkilla
Gopinathkilla 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 Gopinathkilla
Gopinathkilla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tura to Gopinathkilla is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopinathkilla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopinathkilla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopinathkilla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopinathkilla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopinathkilla
Where is Gopinathkilla located?
Gopinathkilla village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gopinathkilla?
The pincode of Gopinathkilla is 794106.
What is the population of Gopinathkilla?
Gopinathkilla had a total population of 367, including 221 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Gopinathkilla?
Gopinathkilla had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopinathkilla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopinathkilla was 92.79%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 88.43%.