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.

Here you can discover what makes Gopalerkuthi unique in its vibrant Tufanganj I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Gopalerkuthi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Gopalerkuthi has a total population of about 2,117, with approximately 1,069 males and 1,048 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 335 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 595 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.78%, with male literacy at about 62.49% and female literacy near 50.95%. There are around 465 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gopalerkuthi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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)
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%.