Gothai - Rayagada, Gajapati
Gothai is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Garabandha and around 12 km from Paralakhemundi. Gandahati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothai is 414918. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 761215 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gothai 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.
Nearby Villages of Gothai
Gothai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadasingi | South | 0.85 km |
| Gothei | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Tamtara | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Sauragadasinga | West | 1.25 km |
| Vidada | East | 1.65 km |
| Kudingi | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Ghorani | South | 2.39 km |
| Lalusahi | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Parida | West | 2.74 km |
| Khiliganda | North | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gothai
Public transport in the Gothai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parlakhemundi, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Gothai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Gothai is about 12 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 Gothai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gothai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gothai
Where is Gothai located?
Gothai village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gothai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothai is Gandahati.
What is the pincode of Gothai?
The pincode of Gothai is 761215.