Gopalpur (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Gopalpur (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.3 km from Mandirbazar and around 60.4 km from Alipore. Ghateswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalpur (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur (K) is 334730. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.02 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gopalpur (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalpur (K)
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur (K) village had a total population of 1,012 people, including 531 males and 481 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.70%, with male literacy at 91.90% and female literacy at 82.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227.
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 | 1,012 | 531 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 37 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 124 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 454 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 77 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur (K)
Gopalpur (K) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Inatpur (k) | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Purba Shrinagar (k) | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Ramlochanpur (k) | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Dakshin Ballavpur | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Gabberia (k) | West | 2.09 km |
| Chak Banamalipur | South | 2.10 km |
| Purba Rameshwarpur (k) | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Himchi | South | 2.13 km |
| Durgapur (k) | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Ghateshwar (k) | North-East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur (K)
Gopalpur (K) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lakshmikantpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Gopalpur (K) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gopalpur (K) is about 60.4 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 (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalpur (K) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gopalpur (K)
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 (K) 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 Gopalpur (K)
Where is Gopalpur (K) located?
Gopalpur (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur (K) is Ghateswar.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur (K)?
The pincode of Gopalpur (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Gopalpur (K)?
Gopalpur (K) had a total population of 1,012, including 531 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur (K)?
Gopalpur (K) had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur (K) was 87.70%. Male literacy was 91.90% and female literacy was 82.91%.