Gochhabadi - Polasara, Ganjam
Gochhabadi is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 84 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gochabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gochhabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gochhabadi is 411518. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gochhabadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gochhabadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gochhabadi village had a total population of 2,379 people, including 1,231 males and 1,148 females, living in 503 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.45%, with male literacy at 72.06% and female literacy at 51.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 314, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 2,379 | 1,231 | 1,148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 161 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 161 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,279 | 771 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,100 | 460 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Gochhabadi
Gochhabadi 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 Gochhabadi
Gochhabadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Polasara to Gochhabadi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gochhabadi is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gochhabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gochhabadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gochhabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gochhabadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gochhabadi
Where is Gochhabadi located?
Gochhabadi village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gochhabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gochhabadi is Gochabadi.
What is the pincode of Gochhabadi?
The pincode of Gochhabadi is 761105.
What is the population of Gochhabadi?
Gochhabadi had a total population of 2,379, including 1,231 males and 1,148 females.
How many households are there in Gochhabadi?
Gochhabadi had 503 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gochhabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochhabadi was 62.45%. Male literacy was 72.06% and female literacy was 51.94%.