Gopalpur - Bahanaga, Balasore
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Soro and around 25 km from Baleshwar. Gopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 393911. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 894 people, including 452 males and 442 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.15%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 86.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 316, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 894 | 452 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 151 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 387 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 65 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur 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 Gopalpur
Public transport in the Gopalpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gopalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Gopalpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gopalpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, 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 756045.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 894, including 452 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 91.15%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 86.65%.