Gochhapada(B) - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Gochhapada(B) is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Nuagaon and around 96 km from Phulbani. Sainpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gochhapada(B) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gochhapada(B) is 416851. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Gochhapada(B) 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 Gochhapada(B)
As per Census 2011, Gochhapada(B) village has a total population of 361 people, consisting of 164 males and 197 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,201 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gochhapada(B) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 361 | 164 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 101 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 91 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 73 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Gochhapada(B)
Gochhapada(B) 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 Gochhapada(B)
Gochhapada(B) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gochhapada(B) is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gochhapada(B) is about 96 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 Gochhapada(B)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gochhapada(B) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gochhapada(B)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gochhapada(B) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gochhapada(B)
Where is Gochhapada(B) located?
Gochhapada(B) village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gochhapada(B)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gochhapada(B) is Sainpada.
What is the pincode of Gochhapada(B)?
The pincode of Gochhapada(B) is 762102.
What is the population of Gochhapada(B)?
Gochhapada(B) has a total population of 361, including 164 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Gochhapada(B)?
There are 90 households in Gochhapada(B).
What is the literacy rate in Gochhapada(B)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochhapada(B) is 40.72%. Male literacy is 55.49% and female literacy is 28.43%.