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
As per Census 2011, Gochhabari village has a total population of 285 people, consisting of 148 males and 137 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 187 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gochhabari are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 285, including 148 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Gochhabari?
There are 68 households in Gochhabari.
What is the literacy rate in Gochhabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochhabari is 72.28%. Male literacy is 80.41% and female literacy is 63.50%.