Gopakheta - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gopakheta is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Barakhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopakheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopakheta is 416610. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Gopakheta 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 Gopakheta
According to the 2011 Census, Gopakheta village had a total population of 16 people, including 5 males and 11 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 2,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.27%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Gopakheta
Gopakheta 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 Gopakheta
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gopakheta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Gopakheta is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gopakheta is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopakheta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopakheta 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 Gopakheta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopakheta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopakheta
Where is Gopakheta located?
Gopakheta village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopakheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopakheta is Barakhama.
What is the pincode of Gopakheta?
The pincode of Gopakheta is 762110.
What is the population of Gopakheta?
Gopakheta had a total population of 16, including 5 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Gopakheta?
Gopakheta had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopakheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopakheta was 27.27%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 12.50%.