Gobindapur - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Gobindapur is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Marthapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur is 402609. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 759017 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindapur village had a total population of 978 people, including 497 males and 481 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.60%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 69.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 629.
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 | 978 | 497 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 629 | 327 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 399 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 98 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapur
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
Public transport in the Gobindapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gobindapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhuban to Gobindapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Gobindapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gobindapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gobindapur
Where is Gobindapur located?
Gobindapur village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur is Marthapur.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur?
The pincode of Gobindapur is 759017.
What is the population of Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had a total population of 978, including 497 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur was 78.60%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 69.39%.