Goleijung - Gumma, Gajapati

Goleijung is a village situated in the Gumma tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Serango and around 36 km from Paralakhemundi. Tarava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goleijung village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Goleijung is 414391. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 761207 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.

Goleijung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Goleijung

According to the 2011 Census, Goleijung village had a total population of 139 people, including 78 males and 61 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 782 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.48%, with male literacy at 71.23% and female literacy at 20.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Goleijung

Goleijung is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Goleijung

Goleijung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lihuri Halt, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.2 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Goleijung is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Goleijung is about 36 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 Goleijung

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goleijung village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Goleijung

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goleijung village are given below:

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