Gopalpur - Para, Purulia
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from Para and around 58.4 km from Purulia. Udaypur-joynagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 330048. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.56 hectares and falls under the 723155 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhadkidi | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Bhanuridi | East | 1.35 km |
| Shukmay Chak | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Jaynagar Alias Udaypur | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Turradi | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Hurra | West | 1.75 km |
| Rameshwardi | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Bamandiha | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Telidi | West | 2.04 km |
| Thakurdi | South | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gopalpur. The nearest railway station is Bagalia, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
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.
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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Udaypur-joynagar.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 723155.