Gopakuda - Khallikote, Ganjam
Gopakuda is a village situated in the Khallikote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Khalikote and around 35 km from Chatrapur. Kesapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopakuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopakuda is 411888. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 761029 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gopakuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khalikote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Gopakuda
Gopakuda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kesapur | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Haridamula | South | 1.97 km |
| Longharasrikrushnasaranpur | North | 2.03 km |
| Phasidi | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Panditagaon | North | 2.51 km |
| Nikarada | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Singadapalli | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Dalibati | South | 2.99 km |
| Khammar | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Pananuagaon | South-West | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopakuda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gopakuda. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 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 Brahmapur to Gopakuda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gopakuda is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopakuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopakuda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gopakuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopakuda 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 Gopakuda
Where is Gopakuda located?
Gopakuda village is located in Khallikote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopakuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopakuda is Kesapur.
What is the pincode of Gopakuda?
The pincode of Gopakuda is 761029.