Golapaju - Mohana, Gajapati

Golapaju is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Adva and around 136 km from Paralakhemundi. Dambaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golapaju village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Golapaju is 413515. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.

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

Population of Golapaju

According to the 2011 Census, Golapaju village had a total population of 224 people, including 108 males and 116 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.74%, with male literacy at 47.13% and female literacy at 10.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.

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

Nearby Villages of Golapaju

Golapaju 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 Golapaju

Golapaju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.2 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Golapaju is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Golapaju is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Golapaju

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

Health Facilities in Golapaju

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

FAQs about Golapaju