Gokarnapur - Paralakhemundi, Gajapati
Gokarnapur is a village situated in the Paralakhemundi tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Gurandi and around 18 km from Paralakhemundi. Kantragada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokarnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokarnapur is 414696. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 761215 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gokarnapur 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.
Nearby Villages of Gokarnapur
Gokarnapur 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajapur | West | 0.92 km |
| Bhuskudi | South | 1.25 km |
| Ariba | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Kantragada | North | 1.85 km |
| Machamara | West | 1.90 km |
| Naraharipur | East | 2.07 km |
| Tatipati | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Sailoda | West | 2.40 km |
| Landahati | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Chintapali | North-West | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gokarnapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Gokarnapur. The nearest railway station is Parlakhemundi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Gokarnapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Gokarnapur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokarnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokarnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gokarnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokarnapur 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Gokarnapur
Where is Gokarnapur located?
Gokarnapur village is located in Paralakhemundi Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokarnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokarnapur is Kantragada.
What is the pincode of Gokarnapur?
The pincode of Gokarnapur is 761215.