Gopalpur - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Siandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 410218. The village covers a total geographical area of 341 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 68 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 Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 985 people, including 510 males and 475 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.47%, with male literacy at 93.72% and female literacy at 80.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 985 | 510 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 433 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 77 | 133 |
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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Gopalpur is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gopalpur is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Siandi.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 752032.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 985, including 510 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 87.47%. Male literacy was 93.72% and female literacy was 80.66%.