Gopal Nagar - Bairia, Ballia
Gopal Nagar is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Gopal Nagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopal Nagar is 199905. The village covers a total geographical area of 1577.88 hectares and falls under the 277208 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gopal Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopal Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gopal Nagar village had a total population of 8,182 people, including 4,311 males and 3,871 females, living in 1,112 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.12%, with male literacy at 59.50% and female literacy at 32.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 449, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
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 | 8,182 | 4,311 | 3,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,550 | 770 | 780 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 223 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 99 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 3,125 | 2,107 | 1,018 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,057 | 2,204 | 2,853 |
Nearby Villages of Gopal Nagar
Gopal Nagar 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 Gopal Nagar
Gopal Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gopal Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ballia to Gopal Nagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Gopal Nagar is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopal Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopal Nagar 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 Gopal Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopal Nagar 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 Gopal Nagar
Where is Gopal Nagar located?
Gopal Nagar village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopal Nagar?
Gopal Nagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopal Nagar?
The pincode of Gopal Nagar is 277208.
What is the population of Gopal Nagar?
Gopal Nagar had a total population of 8,182, including 4,311 males and 3,871 females.
How many households are there in Gopal Nagar?
Gopal Nagar had 1,112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopal Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopal Nagar was 47.12%. Male literacy was 59.50% and female literacy was 32.93%.