Gothabania - Surada, Ganjam
Gothabania is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Badagada and around 130 km from Chatrapur. Merrikota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothabania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothabania is 410958. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 86 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 Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gothabania
As per Census 2011, Gothabania village has a total population of 62 people, consisting of 28 males and 34 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,214 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gothabania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 5 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Gothabania
Gothabania 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 Gothabania
Gothabania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Gothabania is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gothabania is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gothabania?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothabania is Merrikota.
What is the pincode of Gothabania?
The pincode of Gothabania is 761109.
What is the population of Gothabania?
Gothabania has a total population of 62, including 28 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Gothabania?
There are 16 households in Gothabania.
What is the literacy rate in Gothabania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothabania is 66.13%. Male literacy is 82.14% and female literacy is 52.94%.