Gobindchandrapur - Chikiti, Ganjam
Gobindchandrapur is a village situated in the Chikiti tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Nuagaon and around 51 km from Chatrapur. Ramachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindchandrapur is 413072. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 761010 pincode. Chikiti is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gobindchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobindchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Gobindchandrapur village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 160 males and 175 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobindchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 160 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 9 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 143 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 17 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindchandrapur
Gobindchandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badapalanka | South | 1.17 km |
| Olapur | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Kusabadigopinathpur | West | 1.77 km |
| Jagamohanpur | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Mukutapur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Gaidahill | South | 2.24 km |
| Jaganathpur | East | 2.28 km |
| Kashmirsasan | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Madhabandha | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Kharadhar | South | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gobindchandrapur
Gobindchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ichchpuram, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikiti to Gobindchandrapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gobindchandrapur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gobindchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindchandrapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gobindchandrapur
Where is Gobindchandrapur located?
Gobindchandrapur village is located in Chikiti Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobindchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindchandrapur is Ramachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Gobindchandrapur?
The pincode of Gobindchandrapur is 761010.
What is the population of Gobindchandrapur?
Gobindchandrapur has a total population of 335, including 160 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Gobindchandrapur?
There are 63 households in Gobindchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindchandrapur is 79.40%. Male literacy is 89.38% and female literacy is 70.29%.