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
According to the 2011 Census, Gochha village had a total population of 1,832 people, including 944 males and 888 females, living in 439 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.42%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 63.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 781.
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 | 1,832 | 944 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 118 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 781 | 406 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,832, including 944 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Gochha?
Gochha had 439 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gochha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochha was 73.42%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 63.39%.