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
As per Census 2011, Gopiguda village has a total population of 49 people, consisting of 23 males and 26 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 26 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopiguda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 49, including 23 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Gopiguda?
There are 9 households in Gopiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Gopiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopiguda is 53.06%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 38.46%.