Gopalpur - Sikandrabad, Bulandshahr
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Sikandrabad tehsil of Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikandrabad and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bulandshahar. Jokhabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 120483. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.97 hectares and falls under the 203206 pincode. Sikandrabad is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 1,074 people, including 639 males and 435 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 681 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.40%, with male literacy at 84.22% and female literacy at 56.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 1,074 | 639 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 459 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 180 | 240 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neknampur Urf Visanpur | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Rajarampur | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Nagla Chamroo | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Tilbegumpur | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Jokhabad | South | 1.94 km |
| Saithali | North | 2.29 km |
| Kishanpur | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Sherpur | South | 2.43 km |
| Hirdeypur | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Sanwali | South-East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ajaibpur, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sikandrabad to Gopalpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bulandshahar to Gopalpur is about 24 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 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 2-5 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 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 Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Sikandrabad Tehsil, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Jokhabad.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 203206.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 1,074, including 639 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 73.40%. Male literacy was 84.22% and female literacy was 56.36%.