Gopalpur - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Madanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 422446. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 60 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 Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 417 people, consisting of 204 males and 213 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 417 | 204 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 128 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 76 | 112 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madanpur | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Kabichandrapur | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Antarla | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Sagarpali | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Telisarabahali | West | 2.70 km |
| Jharan Dungri | South | 2.86 km |
| Alatara | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Madanpur Tukuda | South | 3.45 km |
| Jamunapur | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Narasinghpur | North | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Public transport in the Gopalpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.0 km.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Gopalpur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Madanpur.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 766102.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 417, including 204 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 107 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 54.92%. Male literacy is 62.75% and female literacy is 47.42%.