Gorakhabanda - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Gorakhabanda is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Chandahandi and around 116 km from Nabarangapur . Jamadarpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorakhabanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhabanda is 427480. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Gorakhabanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorakhabanda
As per Census 2011, Gorakhabanda village has a total population of 96 people, consisting of 48 males and 48 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorakhabanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 30 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhabanda
Gorakhabanda 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 Gorakhabanda
Gorakhabanda 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 >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 Umarkote to Gorakhabanda is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Gorakhabanda is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorakhabanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorakhabanda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorakhabanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorakhabanda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gorakhabanda
Where is Gorakhabanda located?
Gorakhabanda village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhabanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhabanda is Jamadarpada.
What is the pincode of Gorakhabanda?
The pincode of Gorakhabanda is 764077.
What is the population of Gorakhabanda?
Gorakhabanda has a total population of 96, including 48 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhabanda?
There are 27 households in Gorakhabanda.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhabanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhabanda is 30.21%. Male literacy is 37.50% and female literacy is 22.92%.