Gopnandigram - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Gopnandigram is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 85.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Nandigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopnandigram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopnandigram is 316078. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.53 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Murarai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gopnandigram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopnandigram
As per Census 2011, Gopnandigram village has a total population of 3,069 people, consisting of 1,555 males and 1,514 females. The village has 630 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,367 literate and 1,702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 522 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopnandigram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,069 | 1,555 | 1,514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 220 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 281 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 84 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 743 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,702 | 812 | 890 |
Nearby Villages of Gopnandigram
Gopnandigram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aralmath | North | 1.21 km |
| Bipra Nandigram | East | 1.49 km |
| Paschim Simlapara | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Sumarpur | West | 1.67 km |
| Chanchali | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Nayit | South | 2.25 km |
| Makoa | West | 2.32 km |
| Bhatra | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Lakshmi Narayanpur | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Raichandrapur | North | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopnandigram
Gopnandigram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Banshlai Bridge, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.2 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murarai to Gopnandigram is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Gopnandigram is about 85.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopnandigram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopnandigram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gopnandigram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopnandigram 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gopnandigram
Where is Gopnandigram located?
Gopnandigram village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopnandigram?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopnandigram is Nandigram.
What is the pincode of Gopnandigram?
The pincode of Gopnandigram is 731221.
What is the population of Gopnandigram?
Gopnandigram has a total population of 3,069, including 1,555 males and 1,514 females.
How many households are there in Gopnandigram?
There are 630 households in Gopnandigram.
What is the literacy rate in Gopnandigram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopnandigram is 44.54%. Male literacy is 47.78% and female literacy is 41.22%.