Kopa - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Kopa is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 72.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Rudranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kopa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kopa is 316130. The village covers a total geographical area of 501.23 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kopa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalhati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kopa
According to the 2011 Census, Kopa village had a total population of 3,229 people, including 1,669 males and 1,560 females, living in 782 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.39%, with male literacy at 68.43% and female literacy at 57.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 710, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 331.
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 | 3,229 | 1,669 | 1,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 193 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 710 | 373 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 171 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,789 | 1,010 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,440 | 659 | 781 |
Nearby Villages of Kopa
Kopa 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 Kopa
Kopa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kopa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rampurhat to Kopa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kopa is about 72.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kopa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kopa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kopa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kopa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kopa
Where is Kopa located?
Kopa village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kopa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kopa is Rudranagar.
What is the pincode of Kopa?
The pincode of Kopa is 731221.
What is the population of Kopa?
Kopa had a total population of 3,229, including 1,669 males and 1,560 females.
How many households are there in Kopa?
Kopa had 782 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kopa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kopa was 63.39%. Male literacy was 68.43% and female literacy was 57.88%.