Gopalpur

Gopalpur is a village located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Madiguda is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur village.

Gopalpur has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gopalpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gopalpur is 423607. The village spans a total geographical area of 224 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766036. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Gopalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gopalpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gopalpur

Below is a concise population overview of Gopalpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 865 424 441
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 134 61 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 19 9 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 141 66 75
Literate Population 286 185 101
Illiterate Population 579 239 340

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gopalpur village:

  • The total population of Gopalpur village is around 865, including approximately 424 males and 441 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Gopalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gopalpur village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 141 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gopalpur village is about 33.06%, with male literacy at 43.63% and female literacy at 22.90%.
  • There are around 215 households in Gopalpur village.

Connectivity of Gopalpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gopalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gopalpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gopalpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Gopalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gopalpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gopalpur

Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Madiguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 766036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopalpur is 865, with 424 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village has a total of 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopalpur is 33.06%. The male literacy rate is 43.63%, while the female literacy rate is 22.90%.