Gouragadia - Simulia, Balasore
Gouragadia is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from Similia and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Abjhuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gouragadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gouragadia is 394236. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.9 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gouragadia 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 Gouragadia
According to the 2011 Census, Gouragadia village had a total population of 319 people, including 159 males and 160 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.35%, with male literacy at 92.70% and female literacy at 77.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 319 | 159 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 32 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Gouragadia
Gouragadia 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 Gouragadia
Gouragadia 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 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 Bhadrak to Gouragadia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gouragadia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gouragadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gouragadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gouragadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gouragadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gouragadia
Where is Gouragadia located?
Gouragadia village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gouragadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gouragadia is Abjhuna.
What is the pincode of Gouragadia?
The pincode of Gouragadia is 756134.
What is the population of Gouragadia?
Gouragadia had a total population of 319, including 159 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Gouragadia?
Gouragadia had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gouragadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gouragadia was 85.35%. Male literacy was 92.70% and female literacy was 77.94%.