Gochhangi
About Gochhangi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gochhangi village is 417773. Gochhangi village is located in Kantamal tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kantamal (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Baragaon is the gram panchayat of Gochhangi village.
The total geographical area of village is 462 hectares. Gochhangi has a total population of 639 peoples, out of which male population is 311 while female population is 328. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1054 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gochhangi village is 60.72% out of which 70.42% males and 51.52% females are literate. There are about 147 houses in gochhangi village. Pincode of gochhangi village locality is 762017.
When it comes to administration, Gochhangi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gochhangi village comes under Kantamal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency. Tarbha is nearest town to gochhangi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Gochhangi
The population details of Gochhangi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 639 | 311 | 328 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 219 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 92 | 159 |
Connectivity of Gochhangi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gochhangi
Where is Gochhangi located?
Gochhangi village is situated in Kantamal Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gochhangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gochhangi is Baragaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gochhangi?
The pincode of Gochhangi is 762017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gochhangi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gochhangi is 639, with 311 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Gochhangi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gochhangi village has a total of 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gochhangi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gochhangi is 60.72%. The male literacy rate is 70.42%, while the female literacy rate is 51.52%.