Gobaguda - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Gobaguda is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 95 km from Jharigan and around 95 km from Nabarangapur . Chacha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobaguda is 427557. The village covers a total geographical area of 493 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gobaguda 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 Gobaguda
As per Census 2011, Gobaguda village has a total population of 991 people, consisting of 474 males and 517 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 435 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 991 | 474 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 92 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 192 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 226 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 248 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Gobaguda
Gobaguda 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 Gobaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gobaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Gobaguda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Gobaguda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobaguda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gobaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobaguda 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 Gobaguda
Where is Gobaguda located?
Gobaguda village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobaguda is Chacha.
What is the pincode of Gobaguda?
The pincode of Gobaguda is 764076.
What is the population of Gobaguda?
Gobaguda has a total population of 991, including 474 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Gobaguda?
There are 254 households in Gobaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Gobaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobaguda is 32.39%. Male literacy is 47.68% and female literacy is 18.38%.