Gobardhanpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Gobardhanpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Bhograi and around 72 km from Baleshwar. Kotsahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobardhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobardhanpur is 391640. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gobardhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobardhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobardhanpur village had a total population of 528 people, including 260 males and 268 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.45%, with male literacy at 95.42% and female literacy at 79.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 528 | 260 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 229 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 31 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Gobardhanpur
Gobardhanpur 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 Gobardhanpur
Gobardhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gobardhanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jaleswar to Gobardhanpur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gobardhanpur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobardhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobardhanpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gobardhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobardhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobardhanpur
Where is Gobardhanpur located?
Gobardhanpur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobardhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobardhanpur is Kotsahi.
What is the pincode of Gobardhanpur?
The pincode of Gobardhanpur is 756036.
What is the population of Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur had a total population of 528, including 260 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobardhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobardhanpur was 87.45%. Male literacy was 95.42% and female literacy was 79.41%.