Goudchhendia - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Goudchhendia is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Goudchendia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goudchhendia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goudchhendia is 423802. The village covers a total geographical area of 830 hectares and falls under the 766023 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Goudchhendia 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 Goudchhendia
As per Census 2011, Goudchhendia village has a total population of 3,061 people, consisting of 1,504 males and 1,557 females. The village has 783 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,461 literate and 1,600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 660 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goudchhendia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,061 | 1,504 | 1,557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 217 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 660 | 318 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 941 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,600 | 563 | 1,037 |
Nearby Villages of Goudchhendia
Goudchhendia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karchala | North | 1.49 km |
| Chikili ( I ) | South | 1.98 km |
| Kandulbandh (i) | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Habaspur (i) | North | 2.72 km |
| Belguda | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Chilakpur | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Khurselguda | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Kotagaon | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Bindhaniguda | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Dasigaon | East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Goudchhendia
Goudchhendia 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 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Goudchhendia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Goudchhendia is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goudchhendia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goudchhendia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Goudchhendia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goudchhendia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Goudchhendia
Where is Goudchhendia located?
Goudchhendia village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goudchhendia?
The Gram Panchayat of Goudchhendia is Goudchendia.
What is the pincode of Goudchhendia?
The pincode of Goudchhendia is 766023.
What is the population of Goudchhendia?
Goudchhendia has a total population of 3,061, including 1,504 males and 1,557 females.
How many households are there in Goudchhendia?
There are 783 households in Goudchhendia.
What is the literacy rate in Goudchhendia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goudchhendia is 47.73%. Male literacy is 62.57% and female literacy is 33.40%.