Gopikantapur
About Gopikantapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gopikantapur village is 324668. Gopikantapur village is located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.3km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 36.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Bhastara is the gram panchayat of Gopikantapur village.
The total geographical area of village is 232.61 hectares. Gopikantapur has a total population of 1,968 peoples, out of which male population is 991 while female population is 977. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 985 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gopikantapur village is 72.36% out of which 78.41% males and 66.22% females are literate. There are about 430 houses in gopikantapur village. Pincode of gopikantapur village locality is 712302.
When it comes to administration, Gopikantapur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gopikantapur village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Tarakeswar is nearest town to gopikantapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
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Population of Gopikantapur
The population details of Gopikantapur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,968 | 991 | 977 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 201 | 93 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 230 | 120 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 402 | 200 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 1,424 | 777 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 214 | 330 |
Connectivity of Gopikantapur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gopikantapur
Where is Gopikantapur located?
Gopikantapur village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopikantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopikantapur is Bhastara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gopikantapur?
The pincode of Gopikantapur is 712302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gopikantapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopikantapur is 1,968, with 991 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Gopikantapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gopikantapur village has a total of 430 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopikantapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopikantapur is 72.36%. The male literacy rate is 78.41%, while the female literacy rate is 66.22%.