Gopalpur - Tarabganj, Gonda
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Tarabganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarabganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Ashokpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 175382. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.5 hectares and falls under the 271309 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gopalpur 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 Tarabganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 494 people, including 248 males and 246 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.25%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 63.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
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 | 494 | 248 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 28 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 100 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 198 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 50 | 118 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalalpur Routiha | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Parsapur | East | 1.53 km |
| Khanpur | North | 1.55 km |
| Louwabirpur | South | 2.08 km |
| Shobhapur | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Ballipur | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Shubhagpur | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Anbhula | North | 2.77 km |
| Mouhari | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Sirsa | East | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Katra, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.7 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Gopalpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Tarabganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Ashokpur.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 271309.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 494, including 248 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 77.25%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 63.37%.