Gopingia - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Gopingia is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 114 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kasinipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopingia is 416291. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gopingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopingia
According to the 2011 Census, Gopingia village had a total population of 183 people, including 96 males and 87 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.15%, with male literacy at 58.75% and female literacy at 32.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 183.
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 | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 47 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 49 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Gopingia
Gopingia 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 Gopingia
Public transport in the Gopingia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Gopingia is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gopingia is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopingia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gopingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopingia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopingia
Where is Gopingia located?
Gopingia village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gopingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopingia is Kasinipadar.
What is the pincode of Gopingia?
The pincode of Gopingia is 762011.
What is the population of Gopingia?
Gopingia had a total population of 183, including 96 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Gopingia?
Gopingia had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopingia was 46.15%. Male literacy was 58.75% and female literacy was 32.89%.