Gohera - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Gohera is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 88 km from Chaibasa. Tarkatkocha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gohera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gohera is 377638. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.92 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode.
Gohera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gohera
As per Census 2011, Gohera village has a total population of 922 people, consisting of 464 males and 458 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 853 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gohera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 | 464 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 41 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 853 | 433 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 142 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 322 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Gohera
Gohera 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 Gohera
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gohera. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gohera.
| 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 Chaibasa to Gohera is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gohera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gohera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gohera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gohera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gohera
Where is Gohera located?
Gohera village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gohera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gohera is Tarkatkocha.
What is the pincode of Gohera?
The pincode of Gohera is 833103.
What is the population of Gohera?
Gohera has a total population of 922, including 464 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Gohera?
There are 195 households in Gohera.
What is the literacy rate in Gohera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gohera is 25.81%. Male literacy is 30.60% and female literacy is 20.96%.