Gopiwala - Nagina, Bijnor
Gopiwala is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Gopiwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopiwala is 113039. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.27 hectares and falls under the 246724 pincode. Nagina is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Gopiwala 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 Gopiwala
As per Census 2011, Gopiwala village has a total population of 1,537 people, consisting of 785 males and 752 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 659 literate and 878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopiwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,537 | 785 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 143 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 253 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 387 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 398 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Gopiwala
Gopiwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Premgiri Gosai | North | 1.26 km |
| Julfikarpur | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Sikkawala | South | 1.44 km |
| Chak Mia Harisingh | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Nawabad Jageer | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Khanawali Dehlawali Kotjwana | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Dallawala | East | 1.97 km |
| Sahuwala Gusaiwala | South | 2.05 km |
| Jagir Pithasingh | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Shahpur Rashidpur | North-East | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopiwala
Gopiwala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nagina, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nagina to Gopiwala is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Gopiwala is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopiwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopiwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gopiwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopiwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopiwala
Where is Gopiwala located?
Gopiwala village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopiwala?
Gopiwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopiwala?
The pincode of Gopiwala is 246724.
What is the population of Gopiwala?
Gopiwala has a total population of 1,537, including 785 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Gopiwala?
There are 235 households in Gopiwala.
What is the literacy rate in Gopiwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopiwala is 42.88%. Male literacy is 49.30% and female literacy is 36.17%.