Gobindapur - Brahmagiri, Puri
Gobindapur is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Niajapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapur is 410043. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindapur village had a total population of 532 people, including 272 males and 260 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.52%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 62.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 532 | 272 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 182 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 90 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapur
Gobindapur 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 Gobindapur
Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Puri to Gobindapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gobindapur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gobindapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gobindapur
Where is Gobindapur located?
Gobindapur village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindapur is Niajapur.
What is the pincode of Gobindapur?
The pincode of Gobindapur is 752011.
What is the population of Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had a total population of 532, including 272 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapur?
Gobindapur had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapur was 70.52%. Male literacy was 78.79% and female literacy was 62.11%.