Gopalpur - Bolagad, Khordha
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Bolagad tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bolagad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Khanguria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 407099. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 752066 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 154 people, including 88 males and 66 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.29%, with male literacy at 94.94% and female literacy at 63.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 154 | 88 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 75 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 13 | 28 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gopalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Gopalpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Gopalpur is about 40 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Bolagad Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Khanguria.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 752066.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 154, including 88 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 81.29%. Male literacy was 94.94% and female literacy was 63.33%.