Saltaua Gopalpur - Bhanpur, Basti
Saltaua Gopalpur is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Saltaua Gopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saltaua Gopalpur is 178779. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.14 hectares and falls under the 272190 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Saltaua 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 Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saltaua Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Saltaua Gopalpur village has a total population of 2,968 people, consisting of 1,490 males and 1,478 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,838 literate and 1,130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saltaua Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,968 | 1,490 | 1,478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 251 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 293 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,838 | 1,037 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,130 | 453 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Saltaua Gopalpur
Saltaua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deyipar Khurd | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Parsa Kashi | East | 1.23 km |
| Parsa Khal | North | 1.29 km |
| Sewai | East | 1.36 km |
| Parsa Kusum | South | 1.39 km |
| Kharahara Japti | West | 1.53 km |
| Kanthui | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Koilsa | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Pachanu | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Kharahra Shukul | South-East | 1.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saltaua Gopalpur
Saltaua Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Govindnagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.7 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 Basti to Saltaua Gopalpur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Saltaua Gopalpur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saltaua Gopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saltaua Gopalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saltaua 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 Saltaua Gopalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saltaua Gopalpur
Where is Saltaua Gopalpur located?
Saltaua Gopalpur village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saltaua Gopalpur?
Saltaua Gopalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saltaua Gopalpur?
The pincode of Saltaua Gopalpur is 272190.
What is the population of Saltaua Gopalpur?
Saltaua Gopalpur has a total population of 2,968, including 1,490 males and 1,478 females.
How many households are there in Saltaua Gopalpur?
There are 482 households in Saltaua Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Saltaua Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saltaua Gopalpur is 61.93%. Male literacy is 69.60% and female literacy is 54.19%.