Gopalpur - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 40.4 km from Pundibari and around 40.4 km from Cooch Behar. Gopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 308229. The village covers a total geographical area of 2005.69 hectares and falls under the 736133 pincode. Koch Bihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 18,297 people, consisting of 10,678 males and 7,619 females. The village has 3,904 households and a sex ratio of 713 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,813 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13,856 literate and 4,441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7,075 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 370 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,297 | 10,678 | 7,619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,813 | 919 | 894 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7,075 | 3,688 | 3,387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 262 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 13,856 | 8,775 | 5,081 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,441 | 1,903 | 2,538 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur 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 Gopalpur
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gopalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koch Bihar to Gopalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Gopalpur is about 40.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 736133.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 18,297, including 10,678 males and 7,619 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 3,904 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 75.73%. Male literacy is 82.18% and female literacy is 66.69%.