Gopal Chak

Gopal Chak is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Kashipur is the gram panchayat of Gopal Chak village.

Here you can discover what makes Gopal Chak unique in its vibrant Kashipur-Puruliya region. You’ll see Gopal Chak’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 Gopal Chak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gopal Chak is 330617. The village spans a total geographical area of 39.66 hectares. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Gopal Chak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Gopal Chak

According to the 2011 Census, Gopal Chak has a total population of about 637, with approximately 335 males and 302 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 499 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 65.78%, with male literacy at about 77.31% and female literacy near 52.98%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gopal Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 637 335 302
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 31 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 499 265 234
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 419 259 160
Illiterate Population 218 76 142

Connectivity of Gopal Chak

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gopal Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Gopal Chak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gopal Chak

Knowing the nearby villages of Gopal Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gopal Chak.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gopal Chak

Where is Gopal Chak located?

Gopal Chak village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Gopal Chak?

The Gram Panchayat of Gopal Chak is Kashipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the population of Gopal Chak as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopal Chak is 637, with 335 males and 302 females.

How many households are there in Gopal Chak as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Gopal Chak village has a total of 123 households.

What is the literacy rate in Gopal Chak as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopal Chak is 65.78%. The male literacy rate is 77.31%, while the female literacy rate is 52.98%.