Chak Gopalpur - Hura, Purulia
Chak Gopalpur is a village situated in the Hura subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.2 km from Hura and around 37.8 km from Purulia. Maguria-lalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Gopalpur is 330870. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.92 hectares and falls under the 723151 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chak Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Gopalpur village had a total population of 242 people, including 125 males and 117 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.09%, with male literacy at 91.82% and female literacy at 68.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 125 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 15 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 101 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 24 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Gopalpur
Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lapara | South | 1.51 km |
| Sarchakalta | West | 1.75 km |
| Rangamatya | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Baragram | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Bankanali | East | 2.10 km |
| Chhatalalpur | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Ledadi | North | 2.49 km |
| Pialsol | West | 2.89 km |
| Damodarpur | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Sargara | East | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Gopalpur
Chak Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kushtaur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Purulia to Chak Gopalpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Chak Gopalpur is about 37.8 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 Chak Gopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Gopalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak 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 Chak Gopalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Gopalpur
Where is Chak Gopalpur located?
Chak Gopalpur village is located in Hura Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Gopalpur is Maguria-lalpur.
What is the pincode of Chak Gopalpur?
The pincode of Chak Gopalpur is 723151.
What is the population of Chak Gopalpur?
Chak Gopalpur had a total population of 242, including 125 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Chak Gopalpur?
Chak Gopalpur had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Gopalpur was 81.09%. Male literacy was 91.82% and female literacy was 68.13%.