Gopalpura - Sujangarh, Churu
Gopalpura is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Gopalpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpura is 070771. The village covers a total geographical area of 3737 hectares and falls under the 331503 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gopalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpura
As per Census 2011, Gopalpura village has a total population of 6,156 people, consisting of 3,154 males and 3,002 females. The village has 983 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,081 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,029 literate and 3,127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,529 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,156 | 3,154 | 3,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,081 | 545 | 536 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,529 | 1,327 | 1,202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,029 | 1,888 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,127 | 1,266 | 1,861 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpura
Gopalpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dungras Athoona | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Balera | West | 4.70 km |
| Soorwas | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Roopeli | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Guleriya | East | 5.50 km |
| Ganora | South-West | 6.54 km |
| Kodasar Jatan | West | 7.36 km |
| Vishwanathpura | South | 7.53 km |
| Kodasar Bidawatan | West | 7.80 km |
| Chadwas | North | 7.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpura
Gopalpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sujangarh, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sujangarh to Gopalpura is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Gopalpura is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalpura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gopalpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalpura 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpura
Where is Gopalpura located?
Gopalpura village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpura?
Gopalpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpura?
The pincode of Gopalpura is 331503.
What is the population of Gopalpura?
Gopalpura has a total population of 6,156, including 3,154 males and 3,002 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpura?
There are 983 households in Gopalpura.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpura is 49.20%. Male literacy is 59.86% and female literacy is 38.01%.