Gobindapur - Bhograi, Balasore
Gobindapur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 104 km from Bhograi and around 104 km from Baleshwar. Pasarbindha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur is 391757. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindapur village had a total population of 866 people, including 454 males and 412 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.49%, with male literacy at 86.95% and female literacy at 65.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 728.
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 | 866 | 454 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 728 | 384 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 333 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 121 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapur
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jaleswar to Gobindapur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gobindapur is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gobindapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gobindapur
Where is Gobindapur located?
Gobindapur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur is Pasarbindha.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur?
The pincode of Gobindapur is 756036.
What is the population of Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had a total population of 866, including 454 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur was 76.49%. Male literacy was 86.95% and female literacy was 65.16%.