Gopiguda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Gopiguda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopiguda is 423068. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Gopiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gopiguda village had a total population of 49 people, including 23 males and 26 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 7 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Gopiguda
Gopiguda 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 Gopiguda
Gopiguda 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Gopiguda is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gopiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopiguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopiguda
Where is Gopiguda located?
Gopiguda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopiguda is Bijepur.
What is the pincode of Gopiguda?
The pincode of Gopiguda is 766027.
What is the population of Gopiguda?
Gopiguda had a total population of 49, including 23 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Gopiguda?
Gopiguda had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopiguda was 68.42%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 50.00%.