Gosanibindha - Baliapal, Balasore
Gosanibindha is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Baliapal and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Pratappur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosanibindha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosanibindha is 392096. The village covers a total geographical area of 5 hectares and falls under the 756083 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gosanibindha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gosanibindha
According to the 2011 Census, Gosanibindha village had a total population of 255 people, including 129 males and 126 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.42%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 70.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 255 | 129 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 105 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 24 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gosanibindha
Gosanibindha 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 Gosanibindha
Gosanibindha 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Gosanibindha is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gosanibindha 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 Gosanibindha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosanibindha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gosanibindha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosanibindha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gosanibindha
Where is Gosanibindha located?
Gosanibindha village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gosanibindha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosanibindha is Pratappur.
What is the pincode of Gosanibindha?
The pincode of Gosanibindha is 756083.
What is the population of Gosanibindha?
Gosanibindha had a total population of 255, including 129 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Gosanibindha?
Gosanibindha had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosanibindha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosanibindha was 81.42%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 70.54%.