Gobardhanpur - Nilagiri, Balasore
Gobardhanpur is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Nilagiri and around 26 km from Baleshwar. K.p.lakharaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobardhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobardhanpur is 393137. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 756040 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Nilgiri 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 511 people, including 263 males and 248 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.85%, with male literacy at 86.40% and female literacy at 68.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 511 | 263 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 197 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 66 | 97 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nilagiri to Gobardhanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gobardhanpur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 >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 Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobardhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobardhanpur is K.p.lakharaj.
What is the pincode of Gobardhanpur?
The pincode of Gobardhanpur is 756040.
What is the population of Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur had a total population of 511, including 263 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobardhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobardhanpur was 77.85%. Male literacy was 86.40% and female literacy was 68.95%.