Goikela
About Goikela
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Goikela village is 423596. Goikela village is located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Borda is the gram panchayat of Goikela village.
The total geographical area of village is 321 hectares. Goikela has a total population of 712 peoples, out of which male population is 361 while female population is 351. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of goikela village is 59.13% out of which 72.30% males and 45.58% females are literate. There are about 172 houses in goikela village. Pincode of goikela village locality is 766036.
When it comes to administration, Goikela village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Goikela village comes under Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to goikela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
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Population of Goikela
The population details of Goikela cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 712 | 361 | 351 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 215 | 105 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 313 | 157 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 261 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 100 | 191 |
Connectivity of Goikela
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Goikela
Where is Goikela located?
Goikela village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goikela?
The Gram Panchayat of Goikela is Borda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Goikela?
The pincode of Goikela is 766036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Goikela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goikela is 712, with 361 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Goikela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Goikela village has a total of 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goikela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goikela is 59.13%. The male literacy rate is 72.30%, while the female literacy rate is 45.58%.