Gobindpur - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Gobindpur is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Gobindpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindpur is 239091. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gobindpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobindpur
As per Census 2011, Gobindpur village has a total population of 2,813 people, consisting of 1,517 males and 1,296 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 604 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,305 literate and 1,508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 437 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobindpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,813 | 1,517 | 1,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 346 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 93 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 232 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 1,305 | 808 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,508 | 709 | 799 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindpur
Gobindpur 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 Gobindpur
Public transport in the Gobindpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gobindpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Gobindpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Gobindpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gobindpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobindpur
Where is Gobindpur located?
Gobindpur village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobindpur?
Gobindpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gobindpur?
The pincode of Gobindpur is 813209.
What is the population of Gobindpur?
Gobindpur has a total population of 2,813, including 1,517 males and 1,296 females.
How many households are there in Gobindpur?
There are 560 households in Gobindpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindpur is 46.39%. Male literacy is 53.26% and female literacy is 38.35%.