Gopthala - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Gopthala is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dimmar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopthala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopthala is 041343. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.63 hectares and falls under the 246474 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gopthala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopthala
According to the 2011 Census, Gopthala village had a total population of 30 people, including 13 males and 17 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,308 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Gopthala
Gopthala 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 Gopthala
Gopthala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Gopthala is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gopthala is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopthala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopthala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gopthala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopthala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopthala
Where is Gopthala located?
Gopthala village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopthala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopthala is Dimmar.
What is the pincode of Gopthala?
The pincode of Gopthala is 246474.
What is the population of Gopthala?
Gopthala had a total population of 30, including 13 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Gopthala?
Gopthala had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopthala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopthala was 81.48%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 80.00%.