Chak Gopalpur - Sagardighi, Murshidabad
Chak Gopalpur is a village situated in the Sagardighi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Balia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Gopalpur is 314385. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.27 hectares and falls under the 742237 pincode. Raghunathganj is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chak Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Gopalpur village had a total population of 1,156 people, including 601 males and 555 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.78%, with male literacy at 56.48% and female literacy at 48.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,156 | 601 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 107 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 59 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 279 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 322 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Gopalpur
Chak 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 Chak Gopalpur
Chak Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathganj to Chak Gopalpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Gopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Gopalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak 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 Chak 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Gopalpur
Where is Chak Gopalpur located?
Chak Gopalpur village is located in Sagardighi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Gopalpur is Balia.
What is the pincode of Chak Gopalpur?
The pincode of Chak Gopalpur is 742237.
What is the population of Chak Gopalpur?
Chak Gopalpur had a total population of 1,156, including 601 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Chak Gopalpur?
Chak Gopalpur had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Gopalpur was 52.78%. Male literacy was 56.48% and female literacy was 48.80%.