Gopalpur - Barabazar, Purulia
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Barabazar subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from Barabazar and around 58.4 km from Purulia. Barabazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 331877. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.29 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tipur | South | 0.65 km |
| Paralkanali | West | 0.71 km |
| Simuldanga | North | 0.88 km |
| Deghariadih | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Barabazar (ct) | East | 1.50 km |
| Baistamdih | South | 1.59 km |
| Rampur | North | 1.82 km |
| Barra | South | 1.97 km |
| Dhadanga | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Durku | West | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
The nearest railway station is Biramdih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Purulia to Gopalpur is about 58.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Barabazar Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Barabazar.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 723131.