Gopinathpur - Banei, Sundargarh
Gopinathpur is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Govindpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopinathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopinathpur is 385163. The village covers a total geographical area of 726 hectares and falls under the 770051 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Gopinathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopinathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopinathpur village had a total population of 617 people, including 317 males and 300 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.73%, with male literacy at 97.59% and female literacy at 95.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 617 | 317 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 27 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 29 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 283 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 34 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Gopinathpur
Gopinathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharmunda | South-West | 0.95 km |
| Sanjharmunda | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Dandabahal | South | 1.67 km |
| Patrapali | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Sangopinathpur | West | 2.21 km |
| Sendhpur | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Mar-dihi | South | 2.43 km |
| Sanbaurkela | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Sankaturidhua | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Jhirdapali | South | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopinathpur
Gopinathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Gopinathpur is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Gopinathpur is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopinathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopinathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopinathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopinathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopinathpur
Where is Gopinathpur located?
Gopinathpur village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopinathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopinathpur is Govindpur.
What is the pincode of Gopinathpur?
The pincode of Gopinathpur is 770051.
What is the population of Gopinathpur?
Gopinathpur had a total population of 617, including 317 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Gopinathpur?
Gopinathpur had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopinathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopinathpur was 96.73%. Male literacy was 97.59% and female literacy was 95.79%.