Gopinathpur - Chikiti, Ganjam
Gopinathpur is a village situated in the Chikiti tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Golanthara and around 55 km from Chatrapur. Girisola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopinathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopinathpur is 412693. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 761009 pincode. Chikiti is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gopinathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopinathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopinathpur village had a total population of 396 people, including 207 males and 189 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.07%, with male literacy at 96.11% and female literacy at 60.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 396 | 207 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 173 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 34 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Gopinathpur
Gopinathpur 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 Gopinathpur
Gopinathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gopinathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chikiti to Gopinathpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gopinathpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopinathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopinathpur 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 Gopinathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopinathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopinathpur
Where is Gopinathpur located?
Gopinathpur village is located in Chikiti Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopinathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopinathpur is Girisola.
What is the pincode of Gopinathpur?
The pincode of Gopinathpur is 761009.
What is the population of Gopinathpur?
Gopinathpur had a total population of 396, including 207 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Gopinathpur?
Gopinathpur had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopinathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopinathpur was 79.07%. Male literacy was 96.11% and female literacy was 60.37%.