Golabandha - Anandapur, Keonjhar
Golabandha is a village situated in the Anandapur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Anandapur and around 88 km from Kendujhar. Kodapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golabandha is 387022. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 758022 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Golabandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golabandha
As per Census 2011, Golabandha village has a total population of 462 people, consisting of 232 males and 230 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 387 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golabandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 232 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 194 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 168 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 64 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Golabandha
Golabandha 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 Golabandha
Golabandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Anandapur to Golabandha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Golabandha is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golabandha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Golabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golabandha 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 Golabandha
Where is Golabandha located?
Golabandha village is located in Anandapur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Golabandha is Kodapada.
What is the pincode of Golabandha?
The pincode of Golabandha is 758022.
What is the population of Golabandha?
Golabandha has a total population of 462, including 232 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Golabandha?
There are 109 households in Golabandha.
What is the literacy rate in Golabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golabandha is 59.31%. Male literacy is 72.41% and female literacy is 46.09%.