Govindpur - Aali, Kendrapara
Govindpur is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Gobindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govindpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govindpur is 396079. The village covers a total geographical area of 379 hectares and falls under the 755061 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Govindpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govindpur
As per Census 2011, Govindpur village has a total population of 3,399 people, consisting of 1,585 males and 1,814 females. The village has 770 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,540 literate and 859 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Govindpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,399 | 1,585 | 1,814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 185 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,315 | 631 | 684 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,540 | 1,287 | 1,253 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 298 | 561 |
Nearby Villages of Govindpur
Govindpur 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 Govindpur
Govindpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Govindpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Govindpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govindpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govindpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Govindpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govindpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Govindpur
Where is Govindpur located?
Govindpur village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govindpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Govindpur is Gobindapur.
What is the pincode of Govindpur?
The pincode of Govindpur is 755061.
What is the population of Govindpur?
Govindpur has a total population of 3,399, including 1,585 males and 1,814 females.
How many households are there in Govindpur?
There are 770 households in Govindpur.
What is the literacy rate in Govindpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govindpur is 74.73%. Male literacy is 81.20% and female literacy is 69.07%.