Gobargaon - Jagannathpur, West Singhbhum
Gobargaon is a village situated in the Jagannathpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Jagannathpur and around 60 km from Chaibasa. Jaintgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobargaon is 378304. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 833203 pincode.
Gobargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gobargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gobargaon village had a total population of 464 people, including 227 males and 237 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.88%, with male literacy at 87.98% and female literacy at 62.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 464 | 227 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 183 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 44 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Gobargaon
Gobargaon 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 Gobargaon
Gobargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Gobargaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gobargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobargaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gobargaon
Where is Gobargaon located?
Gobargaon village is located in Jagannathpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobargaon is Jaintgarh.
What is the pincode of Gobargaon?
The pincode of Gobargaon is 833203.
What is the population of Gobargaon?
Gobargaon had a total population of 464, including 227 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Gobargaon?
Gobargaon had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobargaon was 74.88%. Male literacy was 87.98% and female literacy was 62.15%.