Gopalpur - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Takera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 405402. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 56 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 Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 242 people, consisting of 128 males and 114 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 90 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 38 | 57 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Gopalpur is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Takera.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 752084.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 242, including 128 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 65 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 60.74%. Male literacy is 70.31% and female literacy is 50.00%.