Gopalpur - Roorkee, Haridwar
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Roorkee and around 49 km from Hardwar. Mehwad Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 056618. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.85 hectares and falls under the 247670 pincode. Manglaur 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 Pirankaliyar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 370 males and 321 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 422 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 595 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 370 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 51 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 318 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 245 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 125 | 144 |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Gopalpur. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Gopalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manglaur to Gopalpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Gopalpur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Mehwad Khurd.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 247670.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 691, including 370 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 122 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 61.07%. Male literacy is 66.22% and female literacy is 55.14%.