Gopalpur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Rahimapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 200057. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.41 hectares and falls under the 223104 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Shahganj 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 559 people, including 294 males and 265 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.36%, with male literacy at 87.06% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 559 | 294 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 222 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 72 | 120 |
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 bus services.
| 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 Shahganj to Gopalpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Gopalpur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Rahimapur.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 223104.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 559, including 294 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 75.36%. Male literacy was 87.06% and female literacy was 62.50%.