Govel - Mohana, Gajapati
Govel is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Adva and around 150 km from Paralakhemundi. Mandimara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govel is 413630. The village covers a total geographical area of 5 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Govel 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 Govel
According to the 2011 Census, Govel village had a total population of 143 people, including 62 males and 81 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,306 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.68%, with male literacy at 54.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 143 | 62 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 62 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 35 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Govel
Govel 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 Govel
Public transport in the Govel is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Digapahandi to Govel is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Govel is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Govel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Govel
Where is Govel located?
Govel village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govel?
The Gram Panchayat of Govel is Mandimara.
What is the pincode of Govel?
The pincode of Govel is 761217.
What is the population of Govel?
Govel had a total population of 143, including 62 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Govel?
Govel had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govel was 23.68%. Male literacy was 54.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.