Goudapatana - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Goudapatana is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Balabhadraprasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goudapatana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goudapatana is 405969. The village covers a total geographical area of 1 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Goudapatana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goudapatana
According to the 2011 Census, Goudapatana village had a total population of 384 people, including 204 males and 180 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 87.30% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 384 | 204 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 165 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 39 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Goudapatana
Goudapatana 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 Goudapatana
Goudapatana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nayagarh to Goudapatana is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goudapatana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goudapatana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Goudapatana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goudapatana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goudapatana
Where is Goudapatana located?
Goudapatana village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Goudapatana?
The Gram Panchayat of Goudapatana is Balabhadraprasad.
What is the pincode of Goudapatana?
The pincode of Goudapatana is 752077.
What is the population of Goudapatana?
Goudapatana had a total population of 384, including 204 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Goudapatana?
Goudapatana had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goudapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goudapatana was 80.95%. Male literacy was 87.30% and female literacy was 73.81%.