Gobindapur - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Gobindapur is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Purusottampur and around 43 km from Chatrapur. Raipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur is 412246. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 761018 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gobindapur 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.
Population of Gobindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindapur village had a total population of 1,181 people, including 585 males and 596 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.54%, with male literacy at 81.34% and female literacy at 61.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 619.
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 | 1,181 | 585 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 76 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 300 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 414 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 171 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapur
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
Gobindapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purusottampur to Gobindapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gobindapur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gobindapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gobindapur
Where is Gobindapur located?
Gobindapur village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur is Raipur.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur?
The pincode of Gobindapur is 761018.
What is the population of Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had a total population of 1,181, including 585 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur was 71.54%. Male literacy was 81.34% and female literacy was 61.90%.