Gopalpur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10 km from Sarisha and around 45.1 km from Alipore. Kalatalahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 334405. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.39 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 4,118 people, consisting of 2,056 males and 2,062 females. The village has 876 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 570 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,593 literate and 1,525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 770 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,118 | 2,056 | 2,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 570 | 294 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 408 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 2,593 | 1,372 | 1,221 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,525 | 684 | 841 |
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 van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Gopalpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gopalpur is about 45.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Kalatalahat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 743330.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 4,118, including 2,056 males and 2,062 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 876 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 62.97%. Male literacy is 66.73% and female literacy is 59.21%.