Gopalpur

Gopalpur is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 26.2km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gopalpur village. As per 2009 stats, Bhatun is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur village.

Gopalpur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 309577. The village spans a total geographical area of 576.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733215. Raiganj is nearest town to Gopalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km 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 Hemtabad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Gopalpur

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

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 5,618 2,897 2,721
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,232 622 610
Scheduled Castes (SC) 120 64 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 296 159 137
Literate Population 1,748 967 781
Illiterate Population 3,870 1,930 1,940

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

  • The total population of Gopalpur village is around 5,618, including approximately 2,897 males and 2,721 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,232 children aged 0–6 years in Gopalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gopalpur village has 120 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 296 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gopalpur village is about 31.11%, with male literacy at 33.38% and female literacy at 28.70%.
  • There are around 961 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 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 Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalpur is Bhatun (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 733215, 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 5,618, with 2,897 males and 2,721 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gopalpur village has a total of 961 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopalpur is 31.11%. The male literacy rate is 33.38%, while the female literacy rate is 28.70%.