Gothapura - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Gothapura is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Pedagadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothapura is 391137. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gothapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gothapura
According to the 2011 Census, Gothapura village had a total population of 546 people, including 264 males and 282 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.69%, with male literacy at 53.92% and female literacy at 30.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 500.
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 | 546 | 264 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 241 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 117 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 147 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Gothapura
Gothapura 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 Gothapura
Gothapura 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 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 Udala to Gothapura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Gothapura is about 53 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 Gothapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gothapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothapura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gothapura
Where is Gothapura located?
Gothapura village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gothapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothapura is Pedagadi.
What is the pincode of Gothapura?
The pincode of Gothapura is 757041.
What is the population of Gothapura?
Gothapura had a total population of 546, including 264 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Gothapura?
Gothapura had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gothapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothapura was 41.69%. Male literacy was 53.92% and female literacy was 30.34%.