Gopalpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Bhograi and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Gunsibasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 391631. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 252 people, consisting of 136 males and 116 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 29 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252 | 136 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 124 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
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
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Gopalpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gopalpur 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Gunsibasan.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 756036.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 252, including 136 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 53 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 88.49%. Male literacy is 91.18% and female literacy is 85.34%.