Gochhabari - Gania, Nayagarh
Gochhabari is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Rasanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gochhabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gochhabari is 405309. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Gochhabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gochhabari
According to the 2011 Census, Gochhabari village had a total population of 285 people, including 148 males and 137 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 93.70% and female literacy at 74.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
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 | 285 | 148 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 102 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 119 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 29 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Gochhabari
Gochhabari 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 Gochhabari
Gochhabari 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandapada to Gochhabari is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Gochhabari is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gochhabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gochhabari 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 Gochhabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gochhabari 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gochhabari
Where is Gochhabari located?
Gochhabari village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gochhabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Gochhabari is Rasanga.
What is the pincode of Gochhabari?
The pincode of Gochhabari is 752085.
What is the population of Gochhabari?
Gochhabari had a total population of 285, including 148 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Gochhabari?
Gochhabari had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gochhabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochhabari was 84.43%. Male literacy was 93.70% and female literacy was 74.36%.