Gopalpur - Ulunda, Sonepur
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Biramaharajpur and around 8 km from Subarnapur. Bisipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 419358. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 218 people, including 116 males and 102 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.22%, with male literacy at 86.41% and female literacy at 75.53%. 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 | 218 | 116 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 89 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 27 | 31 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Sonapur to Gopalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Gopalpur is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Bisipada.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 767018.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 218, including 116 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 81.22%. Male literacy was 86.41% and female literacy was 75.53%.