Gopalpur

Gopalpur is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 29.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Shikharbali Ii is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur village.

Gopalpur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gopalpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gopalpur is 333927. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743610. Baruipur is nearest town to Gopalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gopalpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gopalpur

Below is a concise population overview of Gopalpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,388 716 672
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 159 85 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,214 627 587
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 917 524 393
Illiterate Population 471 192 279

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gopalpur village:

  • The total population of Gopalpur village is around 1,388, including approximately 716 males and 672 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Gopalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gopalpur village has 1,214 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gopalpur village is about 66.07%, with male literacy at 73.18% and female literacy at 58.48%.
  • There are around 322 households in Gopalpur village.

Connectivity of Gopalpur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Gopalpur

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

Kundarali Kalikapur Malayapur Maheshpur Sonagachhi Bagdaha Dhanberia Chandanpukur Durgapur Gazipur Mamudpur Indrapala

Frequently Asked Questions about Gopalpur

Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Shikharbali Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 743610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopalpur is 1,388, with 716 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village has a total of 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopalpur is 66.07%. The male literacy rate is 73.18%, while the female literacy rate is 58.48%.