Govinda Nagar - Great Nicobar, Nicobars
Govinda Nagar is a village situated in the Great Nicobar taluka of Nicobars district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. Govindnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govinda Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govinda Nagar is 645199. The village covers a total geographical area of 750.08 hectares and falls under the 744302 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 556 km away.
Govinda Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Govinda Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Govinda Nagar village had a total population of 676 people, including 385 males and 291 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 756 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.88%, with male literacy at 84.33% and female literacy at 78.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 676 | 385 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 296 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 89 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Govinda Nagar
Govinda Nagar 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 Govinda Nagar
Govinda Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Govinda Nagar is about 556 km, with a usual travel time of around ~15.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Car Nicobar to Govinda Nagar is about 287 km, with the usual travel time around ~8.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govinda Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govinda Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Govinda Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govinda Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Govinda Nagar
Where is Govinda Nagar located?
Govinda Nagar village is located in Great Nicobar Taluka, Nicobars district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Govinda Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Govinda Nagar is Govindnagar.
What is the pincode of Govinda Nagar?
The pincode of Govinda Nagar is 744302.
What is the population of Govinda Nagar?
Govinda Nagar had a total population of 676, including 385 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Govinda Nagar?
Govinda Nagar had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govinda Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govinda Nagar was 81.88%. Male literacy was 84.33% and female literacy was 78.52%.