Goibali - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Goibali is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bilamala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goibali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goibali is 416669. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Goibali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goibali
As per Census 2011, Goibali village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 80 males and 95 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goibali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 80 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 66 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 38 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Goibali
Goibali 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 Goibali
Public transport in the Goibali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Goibali is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Goibali is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goibali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goibali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Goibali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goibali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Goibali
Where is Goibali located?
Goibali village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goibali?
The Gram Panchayat of Goibali is Bilamala.
What is the pincode of Goibali?
The pincode of Goibali is 762103.
What is the population of Goibali?
Goibali has a total population of 175, including 80 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Goibali?
There are 40 households in Goibali.
What is the literacy rate in Goibali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goibali is 46.86%. Male literacy is 52.50% and female literacy is 42.11%.