Gochhabadi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Gochhabadi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gochhabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gochhabadi is 417628. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gochhabadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gochhabadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gochhabadi village had a total population of 32 people, including 17 males and 15 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.14%, with male literacy at 53.33% and female literacy at 7.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Gochhabadi
Gochhabadi 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 Gochhabadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gochhabadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Gochhabadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gochhabadi is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gochhabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gochhabadi 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 Gochhabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gochhabadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gochhabadi
Where is Gochhabadi located?
Gochhabadi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gochhabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gochhabadi is Ranaba.
What is the pincode of Gochhabadi?
The pincode of Gochhabadi is 762100.
What is the population of Gochhabadi?
Gochhabadi had a total population of 32, including 17 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Gochhabadi?
Gochhabadi had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gochhabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochhabadi was 32.14%. Male literacy was 53.33% and female literacy was 7.69%.