Gochaka - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Gochaka is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gochaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gochaka is 416903. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Gochaka 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 Gochaka
According to the 2011 Census, Gochaka village had a total population of 138 people, including 73 males and 65 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.46%, with male literacy at 38.33% and female literacy at 19.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 50 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Gochaka
Gochaka 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 Gochaka
Public transport in the Gochaka 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 >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 Gochaka is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gochaka is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gochaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gochaka 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 Gochaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gochaka 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gochaka
Where is Gochaka located?
Gochaka village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gochaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Gochaka is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Gochaka?
The pincode of Gochaka is 762107.
What is the population of Gochaka?
Gochaka had a total population of 138, including 73 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Gochaka?
Gochaka had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gochaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochaka was 29.46%. Male literacy was 38.33% and female literacy was 19.23%.