Gopalpara - Karimpur - I, Nadia
Gopalpara is a village situated in the Karimpur - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karimpur and around 73.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Karimpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpara is 321092. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.81 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Berhampur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Gopalpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalpara
As per Census 2011, Gopalpara village has a total population of 2,891 people, consisting of 1,498 males and 1,393 females. The village has 784 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,598 literate and 1,293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,891 | 1,498 | 1,393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 181 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 116 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,598 | 843 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,293 | 655 | 638 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpara
Gopalpara 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 Gopalpara
Gopalpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampur to Gopalpara is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Gopalpara is about 73.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gopalpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalpara
Where is Gopalpara located?
Gopalpara village is located in Karimpur - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpara is Karimpur-i.
What is the pincode of Gopalpara?
The pincode of Gopalpara is 741152.
What is the population of Gopalpara?
Gopalpara has a total population of 2,891, including 1,498 males and 1,393 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpara?
There are 784 households in Gopalpara.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpara is 55.27%. Male literacy is 56.28% and female literacy is 54.20%.