Gopalpur
Gopalpur is a village located in Canning I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.6km away from sub-district headquarter Canning (tehsildar office) and 54.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gopalpur unique in its vibrant Canning I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Gopalpur’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 Gopalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gopalpur is 333779. The village spans a total geographical area of 475.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743329. Canning is nearest town to Gopalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gopalpur
Population of Gopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalpur has a total population of about 4,958, with approximately 2,572 males and 2,386 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 900 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,868 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 529. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.49%, with male literacy at about 64.27% and female literacy near 48.11%. There are around 989 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gopalpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,958 | 2,572 | 2,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 900 | 491 | 409 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,868 | 982 | 886 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 529 | 276 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 2,801 | 1,653 | 1,148 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,157 | 919 | 1,238 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gopalpur
- Where is Gopalpur located?
- Gopalpur village is situated in Canning I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
- Gopalpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
- The pincode of Gopalpur is 743329, 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 4,958, with 2,572 males and 2,386 females.
- How many households are there in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village has a total of 989 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopalpur is 56.49%. The male literacy rate is 64.27%, while the female literacy rate is 48.11%.