Gobindapur - Nandapur, Koraput
Gobindapur is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Hikimput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur is 429878. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Gobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindapur village had a total population of 149 people, including 77 males and 72 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.60%, with male literacy at 35.00% and female literacy at 16.92%.
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 | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 56 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapur
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
Public transport in the Gobindapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gobindapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Gobindapur is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gobindapur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gobindapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobindapur
Where is Gobindapur located?
Gobindapur village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur is Hikimput.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur?
The pincode of Gobindapur is 764037.
What is the population of Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had a total population of 149, including 77 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur was 25.60%. Male literacy was 35.00% and female literacy was 16.92%.