Gopalpur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Udhran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 197742. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.08 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 64 males and 59 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 30 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Udhran | West | 0.81 km |
| Ahirupur | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Govindpur Dugauli | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Ismailpur Udhran | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Pachma | South | 1.27 km |
| Semri | North | 1.34 km |
| Lohta Pachdaura | East | 1.78 km |
| Mohammadpur | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Dafalpura | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Inupur | West | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Gopalpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Gopalpur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Udhran.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 221716.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 123, including 64 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 19 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 51.22%. Male literacy is 53.13% and female literacy is 49.15%.