Govindpur - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Govindpur is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Muding serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govindpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govindpur is 422643. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Govindpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govindpur
As per Census 2011, Govindpur village has a total population of 204 people, consisting of 104 males and 100 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Govindpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 71 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 33 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Govindpur
Govindpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karlabahali | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Kusurla | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Terchapala | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Maskadandi | East | 2.75 km |
| Chitalpata | South | 2.83 km |
| Muding | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Palam | West | 3.24 km |
| Juradubara | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Siletpada | North | 3.39 km |
| Sisakhal | North | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Govindpur
Govindpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rupra Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.5 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 Kesinga to Govindpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Govindpur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govindpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govindpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Govindpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govindpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Govindpur
Where is Govindpur located?
Govindpur village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govindpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Govindpur is Muding.
What is the pincode of Govindpur?
The pincode of Govindpur is 766102.
What is the population of Govindpur?
Govindpur has a total population of 204, including 104 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Govindpur?
There are 64 households in Govindpur.
What is the literacy rate in Govindpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govindpur is 58.33%. Male literacy is 68.27% and female literacy is 48.00%.