Gopa - Aali, Kendrapara
Gopa is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Mendhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopa is 396122. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 754219 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gopa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopa
According to the 2011 Census, Gopa village had a total population of 1,243 people, including 598 males and 645 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.48%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 79.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 1,243 | 598 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 953 | 491 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 107 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Gopa
Gopa 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 Gopa
Gopa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Gopa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Gopa is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gopa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gopa
Where is Gopa located?
Gopa village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopa is Mendhapur.
What is the pincode of Gopa?
The pincode of Gopa is 754219.
What is the population of Gopa?
Gopa had a total population of 1,243, including 598 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Gopa?
Gopa had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopa was 86.48%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 79.79%.