Purbba Gopalpur - Mangolkote, Purba Bardhaman
Purbba Gopalpur is a village situated in the Mangolkote subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.5 km from Nutanhat and around 46 km from Barddhaman. Kshirgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Gopalpur is 319142. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.88 hectares and falls under the 713125 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Purbba Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Gopalpur village has a total population of 7,315 people, consisting of 3,738 males and 3,577 females. The village has 1,602 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 923 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,823 literate and 2,492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,573 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,315 | 3,738 | 3,577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 923 | 482 | 441 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,573 | 790 | 783 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 4,823 | 2,666 | 2,157 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,492 | 1,072 | 1,420 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Gopalpur
Purbba Gopalpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karulia | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Balarampur | North | 2.15 km |
| Kharija Kshirgram | South | 2.35 km |
| Sitalgram | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Bholshuni | East | 2.72 km |
| Ita | South | 2.74 km |
| Kanaidanga | West | 2.86 km |
| Kshirgram | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Debagram | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Kaithan | East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Gopalpur
Purbba Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balgona, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katwa to Purbba Gopalpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barddhaman to Purbba Gopalpur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Gopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Gopalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purbba 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 Purbba Gopalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purbba Gopalpur
Where is Purbba Gopalpur located?
Purbba Gopalpur village is located in Mangolkote Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Gopalpur is Kshirgram.
What is the pincode of Purbba Gopalpur?
The pincode of Purbba Gopalpur is 713125.
What is the population of Purbba Gopalpur?
Purbba Gopalpur has a total population of 7,315, including 3,738 males and 3,577 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Gopalpur?
There are 1,602 households in Purbba Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Gopalpur is 65.93%. Male literacy is 71.32% and female literacy is 60.30%.