Gopalabedha - Khaira, Balasore
Gopalabedha is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Khaira and around 48 km from Baleshwar. Mahatipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalabedha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalabedha is 393541. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gopalabedha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalabedha
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalabedha village had a total population of 174 people, including 85 males and 89 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.25%, with male literacy at 98.77% and female literacy at 83.54%.
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 | 174 | 85 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 5 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalabedha
Gopalabedha 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 Gopalabedha
Public transport in the Gopalabedha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Gopalabedha is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gopalabedha is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalabedha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalabedha 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gopalabedha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalabedha 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalabedha
Where is Gopalabedha located?
Gopalabedha village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalabedha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalabedha is Mahatipur.
What is the pincode of Gopalabedha?
The pincode of Gopalabedha is 756048.
What is the population of Gopalabedha?
Gopalabedha had a total population of 174, including 85 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Gopalabedha?
Gopalabedha had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalabedha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalabedha was 91.25%. Male literacy was 98.77% and female literacy was 83.54%.