Gopalpur - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Dengam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 390836. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 31 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 Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 137 people, consisting of 68 males and 69 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 39 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 29 | 46 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanaolia | East | 0.74 km |
| Srirampur | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Mahuldihi | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Andiatikira | South | 1.55 km |
| Badaolia | East | 1.65 km |
| Chapaldihi | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Bipracharanpur | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Barudihi | South | 2.24 km |
| Dabak | North | 2.53 km |
| Kusumghaty | North-East | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gopalpur. The nearest railway station is Baripada, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Gopalpur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Gopalpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 >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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Dengam.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 757019.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 137, including 68 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 35 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 45.26%. Male literacy is 57.35% and female literacy is 33.33%.