Gopinathpur - Harraiya, Basti
Gopinathpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Gopinathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopinathpur is 179061. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.9 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode.
Gopinathpur 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 Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopinathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopinathpur village had a total population of 1,355 people, including 639 males and 716 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.34%, with male literacy at 81.16% and female literacy at 60.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293.
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 | 1,355 | 639 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 87 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 149 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 448 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 191 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Gopinathpur
Gopinathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sebra Patti Nathpur | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Sehriya | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Baheri | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Karmi Patti | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Jiyanpur | South | 1.38 km |
| Salempur Panday | North | 1.65 km |
| Sonwarasa Tappa Bangawa | West | 1.80 km |
| Padari Kunwar | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Amouli | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Dhohva Panday | South | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopinathpur
Gopinathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bahman Jyotia, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Gopinathpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopinathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopinathpur 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 Gopinathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopinathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gopinathpur
Where is Gopinathpur located?
Gopinathpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopinathpur?
Gopinathpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopinathpur?
The pincode of Gopinathpur is 272130.
What is the population of Gopinathpur?
Gopinathpur had a total population of 1,355, including 639 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Gopinathpur?
Gopinathpur had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopinathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopinathpur was 70.34%. Male literacy was 81.16% and female literacy was 60.68%.