Gobhani. - Risod, Washim
Gobhani. is a village situated in the Risod tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Risod and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Gobhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobhani. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobhani. is 531283. The village covers a total geographical area of 1685.94 hectares and falls under the 444504 pincode. Risod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gobhani. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gobhani.
As per Census 2011, Gobhani. village has a total population of 3,323 people, consisting of 1,745 males and 1,578 females. The village has 678 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,436 literate and 887 illiterate residents. Additionally, 604 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobhani. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,323 | 1,745 | 1,578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 223 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 604 | 312 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 2,436 | 1,371 | 1,065 |
| Illiterate Population | 887 | 374 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Gobhani.
Gobhani. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tandulwadi | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Bhapur | West | 2.62 km |
| Dhodap Kh. | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Mangulzanak | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Wadji | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Karda | South | 4.94 km |
| Lehani | North-West | 5.13 km |
| Dhodap Bk. | West | 5.15 km |
| Pen Bori | East | 5.16 km |
| Degaon | South-East | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gobhani.
Gobhani. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kekatumar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.0 km.
| 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 Risod to Gobhani. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Gobhani. is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobhani.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobhani. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gobhani.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobhani. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobhani.
Where is Gobhani. located?
Gobhani. village is located in Risod Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobhani.?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobhani. is Gobhani.
What is the pincode of Gobhani.?
The pincode of Gobhani. is 444504.
What is the population of Gobhani.?
Gobhani. has a total population of 3,323, including 1,745 males and 1,578 females.
How many households are there in Gobhani.?
There are 678 households in Gobhani..
What is the literacy rate in Gobhani.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobhani. is 73.31%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 67.49%.