Gopipura - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Gopipura is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Gopipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopipura is 055633. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.28 hectares and falls under the 244716 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gopipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopipura
As per Census 2011, Gopipura village has a total population of 1,222 people, consisting of 646 males and 576 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 750 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 479 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopipura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,222 | 646 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 109 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 253 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 453 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 193 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Gopipura
Gopipura 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 Gopipura
Gopipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gopipura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Gopipura is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gopipura is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopipura
Where is Gopipura located?
Gopipura village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopipura?
Gopipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopipura?
The pincode of Gopipura is 244716.
What is the population of Gopipura?
Gopipura has a total population of 1,222, including 646 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Gopipura?
There are 220 households in Gopipura.
What is the literacy rate in Gopipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopipura is 61.37%. Male literacy is 70.12% and female literacy is 51.56%.