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
According to the 2011 Census, Gothabania village had a total population of 62 people, including 28 males and 34 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,214 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 62.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 62, including 28 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Gothabania?
Gothabania had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gothabania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothabania was 77.36%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 62.07%.