Gobardhanpur - Jaleswar, Balasore
Gobardhanpur is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Jaleswar and around 60 km from Baleshwar. R.r.pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobardhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobardhanpur is 391531. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 756088 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobardhanpur
As per Census 2011, Gobardhanpur village has a total population of 1,630 people, consisting of 863 males and 767 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,108 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobardhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,630 | 863 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 129 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 277 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,108 | 640 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 223 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Gobardhanpur
Gobardhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotsahi | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Ambakuruchi | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Chormara | East | 1.66 km |
| Debhag | North | 1.88 km |
| Gholei | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Gilajori | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Machharanka | South | 2.21 km |
| Padhiharipur | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Kadarayan | North | 2.86 km |
| Ujuda | West | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gobardhanpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gobardhanpur. The nearest railway station is Rajghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Gobardhanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gobardhanpur 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 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 >10 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 >10 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 Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobardhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobardhanpur is R.r.pur.
What is the pincode of Gobardhanpur?
The pincode of Gobardhanpur is 756088.
What is the population of Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur has a total population of 1,630, including 863 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Gobardhanpur?
There are 333 households in Gobardhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gobardhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobardhanpur is 67.98%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 61.02%.