Gopalnagar
Gopalnagar is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 18.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Akhna is the gram panchayat of Gopalnagar village.
Gopalnagar has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gopalnagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gopalnagar is 325149. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.41 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Gopalnagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gopalnagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gopalnagar
Below is a concise population overview of Gopalnagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 309 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 137 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 228 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 81 | 114 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gopalnagar village:
- The total population of Gopalnagar village is around 646, including approximately 309 males and 337 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Gopalnagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gopalnagar village has 302 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gopalnagar village is about 69.81%, with male literacy at 73.79% and female literacy at 66.17%.
- There are around 160 households in Gopalnagar village.
Connectivity of Gopalnagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gopalnagar. As per the 2011 stats, Gopalnagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gopalnagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gopalnagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gopalnagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gopalnagar
- Where is Gopalnagar located?
- Gopalnagar village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gopalnagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gopalnagar is Akhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gopalnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopalnagar is 646, with 309 males and 337 females.
- How many households are there in Gopalnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gopalnagar village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gopalnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopalnagar is 69.81%. The male literacy rate is 73.79%, while the female literacy rate is 66.17%.