Gopalerkuthi
Gopalerkuthi is a village located in Tufanganj I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.8km away from sub-district headquarter Tufanganj (tehsildar office) and 36.3km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Balabhut is the gram panchayat of Gopalerkuthi village.
Gopalerkuthi has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 Gopalerkuthi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gopalerkuthi is 308399. The village spans a total geographical area of 244.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736159. Tufanganj is nearest town to Gopalerkuthi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gopalerkuthi 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 Tufanganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alipurduars 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 Gopalerkuthi
Below is a concise population overview of Gopalerkuthi 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 | 2,117 | 1,069 | 1,048 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 147 | 188 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 303 | 292 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,202 | 668 | 534 |
Illiterate Population | 915 | 401 | 514 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gopalerkuthi village:
- The total population of Gopalerkuthi village is around 2,117, including approximately 1,069 males and 1,048 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 335 children aged 0–6 years in Gopalerkuthi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gopalerkuthi village has 595 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gopalerkuthi village is about 56.78%, with male literacy at 62.49% and female literacy at 50.95%.
- There are around 465 households in Gopalerkuthi village.
Connectivity of Gopalerkuthi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gopalerkuthi. As per the 2011 stats, Gopalerkuthi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gopalerkuthi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gopalerkuthi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gopalerkuthi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gopalerkuthi
- Where is Gopalerkuthi located?
- Gopalerkuthi village is situated in Tufanganj I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gopalerkuthi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gopalerkuthi is Balabhut (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gopalerkuthi?
- The pincode of Gopalerkuthi is 736159, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gopalerkuthi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopalerkuthi is 2,117, with 1,069 males and 1,048 females.
- How many households are there in Gopalerkuthi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gopalerkuthi village has a total of 465 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gopalerkuthi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopalerkuthi is 56.78%. The male literacy rate is 62.49%, while the female literacy rate is 50.95%.