Gopalpur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Gopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 201147. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.08 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 1,200 people, including 620 males and 580 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.90%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 56.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 545.
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 | 1,200 | 620 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 97 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 286 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 451 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 169 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
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 located within >10 km of Gopalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Machhlishahr to Gopalpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Gopalpur is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 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 Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 222143.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 1,200, including 620 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 71.90%. Male literacy was 86.23% and female literacy was 56.40%.