Gopalpur - Karimpur - I, Nadia
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Karimpur - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karimpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Harekrishnapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 321061. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.64 hectares and falls under the 741122 pincode. Berhampur is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 2,998 people, consisting of 1,534 males and 1,464 females. The village has 812 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,733 literate and 1,265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,998 | 1,534 | 1,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 157 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,733 | 923 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,265 | 611 | 654 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
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 Gopalpur
Gopalpur 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 >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 Berhampur to Gopalpur is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Gopalpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Gopalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Karimpur - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Harekrishnapur.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 741122.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 2,998, including 1,534 males and 1,464 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 812 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 57.81%. Male literacy is 60.17% and female literacy is 55.33%.