Gopalpur - Kodala, Ganjam
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Talasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 411640. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 761035 pincode. Kodala 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 Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 966 people, consisting of 501 males and 465 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 501 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 293 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 208 | 264 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Gopalpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gopalpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 1-2 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Talasara.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 761035.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 966, including 501 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 209 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 51.14%. Male literacy is 58.48% and female literacy is 43.23%.