Gochha - Surada, Ganjam
Gochha is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gochha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gochha is 410809. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gochha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gochha
As per Census 2011, Gochha village has a total population of 1,832 people, consisting of 944 males and 888 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,174 literate and 658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 781 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gochha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,832 | 944 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 118 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 781 | 406 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 684 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 260 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Gochha
Gochha 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 Gochha
Gochha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Surada to Gochha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gochha is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gochha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gochha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gochha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gochha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gochha
Where is Gochha located?
Gochha village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gochha?
Gochha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gochha?
The pincode of Gochha is 761108.
What is the population of Gochha?
Gochha has a total population of 1,832, including 944 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Gochha?
There are 439 households in Gochha.
What is the literacy rate in Gochha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochha is 64.08%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 55.18%.