Gopalpur - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Gupti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 395885. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 449 people, consisting of 215 males and 234 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 83 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 215 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 188 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 27 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur 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 Gopalpur
Gopalpur 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 >10 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 Pattamundai to Gopalpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Gopalpur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Gupti.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 754225.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 449, including 215 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 106 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 81.51%. Male literacy is 87.44% and female literacy is 76.07%.