Gopalwala - Dhampur, Bijnor
Gopalwala is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Jaysingh Jot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalwala is 113216. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.7 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode. Afjalgarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gopalwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalwala
As per Census 2011, Gopalwala village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 224 males and 207 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 224 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 152 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 72 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalwala
Gopalwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shamil Jot | South | 0.67 km |
| Jai Singh Jot | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Aman Nagar | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Jahidpur | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Harbans Wala | South | 1.42 km |
| Rafatpur Mev | West | 1.62 km |
| Rehar | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Seer Shivraj Singh | South | 2.04 km |
| Sultanpur Khas | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Fazlabad Parmanandpur | North-West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalwala
Public transport in the Gopalwala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Seohara, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Afjalgarh to Gopalwala is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Gopalwala is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gopalwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gopalwala
Where is Gopalwala located?
Gopalwala village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalwala is Jaysingh Jot.
What is the pincode of Gopalwala?
The pincode of Gopalwala is 246722.
What is the population of Gopalwala?
Gopalwala has a total population of 431, including 224 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Gopalwala?
There are 79 households in Gopalwala.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalwala is 67.05%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 66.18%.