Gopalpur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Gopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 195935. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.04 hectares and falls under the 276123 pincode.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 4,987 people, consisting of 2,435 males and 2,552 females. The village has 678 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 728 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,083 literate and 1,904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,962 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,987 | 2,435 | 2,552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 728 | 365 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,962 | 927 | 1,035 |
| Literate Population | 3,083 | 1,756 | 1,327 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,904 | 679 | 1,225 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Azamgarh to Gopalpur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 276123.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 4,987, including 2,435 males and 2,552 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 678 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 61.82%. Male literacy is 72.11% and female literacy is 52.00%.