Goindimunda - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Goindimunda is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Brundabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goindimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goindimunda is 423873. The village covers a total geographical area of 309 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Goindimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goindimunda
As per Census 2011, Goindimunda village has a total population of 777 people, consisting of 389 males and 388 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goindimunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 777 | 389 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 225 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 164 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Goindimunda
Goindimunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khaliakani | West | 1.45 km |
| Baijalpur | East | 1.87 km |
| Kuresiuni | North | 1.93 km |
| Sukunimunda | North | 2.22 km |
| Amurlapadar | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Gandamehra | South | 2.99 km |
| Karangamunda | West | 3.00 km |
| Antarla | West | 4.09 km |
| Mukundapur | East | 4.21 km |
| Golamunda | North-West | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Goindimunda
Goindimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Junagarh to Goindimunda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Goindimunda is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goindimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goindimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Goindimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goindimunda 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 Goindimunda
Where is Goindimunda located?
Goindimunda village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goindimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Goindimunda is Brundabahal.
What is the pincode of Goindimunda?
The pincode of Goindimunda is 766016.
What is the population of Goindimunda?
Goindimunda has a total population of 777, including 389 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Goindimunda?
There are 220 households in Goindimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Goindimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goindimunda is 46.85%. Male literacy is 57.84% and female literacy is 35.82%.