Gothasabalia - Balianta, Khordha
Gothasabalia is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Puranapradhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothasabalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothasabalia is 407592. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gothasabalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gothasabalia
According to the 2011 Census, Gothasabalia village had a total population of 66 people, including 34 males and 32 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.64%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 72.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Gothasabalia
Gothasabalia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranapur | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Biswanathpur | South | 1.14 km |
| Sathilo | East | 1.42 km |
| Gandilo | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Sathilochaka | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Sisilo | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Kiajori | East | 1.80 km |
| Brahmansuanlo | North | 1.86 km |
| Sarakana | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Budhipada | South-West | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gothasabalia
Gothasabalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhubaneswar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.4 km.
| 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 Bhubaneswar to Gothasabalia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Gothasabalia is about 57 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 Gothasabalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothasabalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gothasabalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothasabalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gothasabalia
Where is Gothasabalia located?
Gothasabalia village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gothasabalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothasabalia is Puranapradhan.
What is the pincode of Gothasabalia?
The pincode of Gothasabalia is 752101.
What is the population of Gothasabalia?
Gothasabalia had a total population of 66, including 34 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Gothasabalia?
Gothasabalia had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gothasabalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothasabalia was 83.64%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 72.00%.