Gopalchak
Gopalchak is a village located in Deshopran subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Basantia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gopalchak village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dariyapur is the gram panchayat of Gopalchak village.
Here you can discover what makes Gopalchak unique in its vibrant Deshopran-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Gopalchak’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 Gopalchak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gopalchak is 346409. The village spans a total geographical area of 91.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721442. Contai is nearest town to Gopalchak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Gopalchak
Population of Gopalchak
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalchak has a total population of about 1,690, with approximately 817 males and 873 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 191 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 188 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 69.35%, with male literacy at about 76.13% and female literacy near 63.00%. There are around 382 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gopalchak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,690 | 817 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 100 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 622 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 195 | 323 |
Connectivity of Gopalchak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gopalchak. As per the 2011 stats, Gopalchak 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gopalchak
Knowing the nearby villages of Gopalchak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gopalchak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gopalchak
- Where is Gopalchak located?
- Gopalchak village is situated in Deshopran Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gopalchak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gopalchak is Dariyapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gopalchak?
- The pincode of Gopalchak is 721442, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gopalchak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopalchak is 1,690, with 817 males and 873 females.
- How many households are there in Gopalchak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gopalchak village has a total of 382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gopalchak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopalchak is 69.35%. The male literacy rate is 76.13%, while the female literacy rate is 63.00%.