Gopil - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Gopil is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Hanera Laga Rol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopil is 050014. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.28 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Gopil 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopil
According to the 2011 Census, Gopil village had a total population of 97 people, including 49 males and 48 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.75%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 70.73%.
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 | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 11 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Gopil
Gopil 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 Gopil
Public transport in the Gopil 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 Pithoragarh to Gopil is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopil 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gopil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopil 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 Gopil
Where is Gopil located?
Gopil village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopil?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopil is Hanera Laga Rol.
What is the pincode of Gopil?
The pincode of Gopil is 262522.
What is the population of Gopil?
Gopil had a total population of 97, including 49 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Gopil?
Gopil had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopil was 83.75%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 70.73%.