Gobindpur - Sohela, Bargarh
Gobindpur is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Chhuriapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindpur is 380281. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gobindpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobindpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindpur village had a total population of 378 people, including 193 males and 185 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.09%, with male literacy at 83.95% and female literacy at 60.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 378 | 193 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 136 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 57 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindpur
Gobindpur 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 Gobindpur
Gobindpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bargarh to Gobindpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gobindpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobindpur
Where is Gobindpur located?
Gobindpur village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobindpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindpur is Chhuriapali.
What is the pincode of Gobindpur?
The pincode of Gobindpur is 768033.
What is the population of Gobindpur?
Gobindpur had a total population of 378, including 193 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Gobindpur?
Gobindpur had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindpur was 72.09%. Male literacy was 83.95% and female literacy was 60.37%.