Gopalpur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7 km from Piyali and around 29.4 km from Alipore. Shikharbali-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 333927. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.8 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
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 Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village had a total population of 1,388 people, including 716 males and 672 females, living in 322 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.61%, with male literacy at 83.04% and female literacy at 65.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,214.
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 | 1,388 | 716 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 85 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,214 | 627 | 587 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 524 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 192 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Gopalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Gopalpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gopalpur is about 29.4 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Shikharbali-ii.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 700144.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had a total population of 1,388, including 716 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
Gopalpur had 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur was 74.61%. Male literacy was 83.04% and female literacy was 65.72%.