Gopalpura - Aklera, Jhalawar
Gopalpura is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Gopalpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpura is 104512. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.46 hectares and falls under the 326039 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpura
As per Census 2011, Gopalpura village has a total population of 627 people, consisting of 318 males and 309 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 318 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 185 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 133 | 214 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpura Goojran | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Gordhanpura@kachnari | East | 1.12 km |
| Semli Kalan | West | 1.43 km |
| Gorya Khera | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Kanwar Pura | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Kachnariya | East | 2.17 km |
| Mahuwa Khoh | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Chandipur | North | 2.61 km |
| Khuri | North | 2.66 km |
| Rampura | West | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpura
Gopalpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhabra Gugor, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Aklera to Gopalpura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Gopalpura is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpura
Where is Gopalpura located?
Gopalpura village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar 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 326039.
What is the population of Gopalpura?
Gopalpura has a total population of 627, including 318 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpura?
There are 139 households in Gopalpura.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpura is 44.66%. Male literacy is 58.18% and female literacy is 30.74%.