Chak Gopal - Madhuban, Mau
Chak Gopal is a village situated in the Madhuban tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhuban and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Katghara Shankar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Gopal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Gopal is 196595. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.45 hectares and falls under the 276306 pincode. Mau is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chak Gopal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhuban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Gopal
As per Census 2011, Chak Gopal village has a total population of 702 people, consisting of 363 males and 339 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Gopal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 363 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 61 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 179 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 211 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 152 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Gopal
Chak Gopal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dostpur | North-West | 0.69 km |
| Ahirauli Kharchalpur | South-East | 0.80 km |
| Araji Jajuli | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Nathupur | West | 0.91 km |
| Jajauli | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Faridunpur | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Kotwalpur | West | 1.24 km |
| Zamin Kasba | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Mirzapur | South | 1.33 km |
| Tiwari Chak | East | 1.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Gopal
Chak Gopal 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 Kirihrapur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mau to Chak Gopal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mau to Chak Gopal is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Gopal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Gopal 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 Chak Gopal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Gopal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Gopal
Where is Chak Gopal located?
Chak Gopal village is located in Madhuban Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Gopal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Gopal is Katghara Shankar.
What is the pincode of Chak Gopal?
The pincode of Chak Gopal is 276306.
What is the population of Chak Gopal?
Chak Gopal has a total population of 702, including 363 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Chak Gopal?
There are 112 households in Chak Gopal.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Gopal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Gopal is 52.99%. Male literacy is 58.13% and female literacy is 47.49%.