Gopalpur - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sidheswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 412764. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 761004 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 1,141 people, consisting of 596 males and 545 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 647 literate and 494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,141 | 596 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 397 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 199 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jakarapalli | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Chotaraipur | West | 1.15 km |
| Dankari | East | 1.43 km |
| Basudevpur | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Pitambarapursasana | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Gudarikandha | South | 1.97 km |
| Khajuripalli | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Mareibadi | South | 2.71 km |
| Chadhiagarada | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Sidheswar | North | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.5 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Gopalpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gopalpur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Sidheswar.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 761004.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 1,141, including 596 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 215 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 56.70%. Male literacy is 66.61% and female literacy is 45.87%.