Gopalpur - Begunia, Khordha
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Begunia tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Begunia and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Gopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 407268. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 752062 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 506 people, consisting of 248 males and 258 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 506 | 248 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 200 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 48 | 72 |
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
Public transport in the Gopalpur 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 Khordha to Gopalpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Gopalpur is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Begunia Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 752062.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 506, including 248 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 100 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 76.28%. Male literacy is 80.65% and female literacy is 72.09%.