Gothabania - Sanakhemundi, Ganjam
Gothabania is a village situated in the Sanakhemundi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Patapur and around 40 km from Chatrapur. Satapentha Gopalpuir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothabania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothabania is 412358. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 761014 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gothabania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gothabania
According to the 2011 Census, Gothabania village had a total population of 136 people, including 75 males and 61 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.38%, with male literacy at 10.29% and female literacy at 3.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 68 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Gothabania
Gothabania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padmapur | South | 2.20 km |
| Brundabanpur | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Buguda | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Manipur | South | 3.74 km |
| Narendrapur | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Bhimanagar | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Marthapur | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Pendurakhali | South | 4.40 km |
| Gokarnameri | South | 4.51 km |
| Khairapadar | South | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gothabania
Gothabania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.6 km.
| 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 Digapahandi to Gothabania is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gothabania is about 40 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 Gothabania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothabania 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 Gothabania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothabania 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 Gothabania
Where is Gothabania located?
Gothabania village is located in Sanakhemundi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gothabania?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothabania is Satapentha Gopalpuir.
What is the pincode of Gothabania?
The pincode of Gothabania is 761014.
What is the population of Gothabania?
Gothabania had a total population of 136, including 75 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Gothabania?
Gothabania had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gothabania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothabania was 7.38%. Male literacy was 10.29% and female literacy was 3.70%.