Gokloma - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Gokloma is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokloma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokloma is 424290. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Gokloma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokloma
As per Census 2011, Gokloma village has a total population of 305 people, consisting of 145 males and 160 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokloma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 145 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 95 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 78 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 67 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Gokloma
Gokloma 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 Gokloma
Gokloma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhawanipatna to Gokloma is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokloma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokloma 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 Gokloma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokloma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gokloma
Where is Gokloma located?
Gokloma village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokloma?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokloma is Gunpur.
What is the pincode of Gokloma?
The pincode of Gokloma is 766037.
What is the population of Gokloma?
Gokloma has a total population of 305, including 145 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Gokloma?
There are 72 households in Gokloma.
What is the literacy rate in Gokloma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokloma is 37.38%. Male literacy is 53.79% and female literacy is 22.50%.