Gobindpur - Nimapada, Puri
Gobindpur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bhodar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindpur is 408912. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 752113 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gobindpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobindpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindpur village had a total population of 347 people, including 175 males and 172 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.74%, with male literacy at 95.60% and female literacy at 83.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 347 | 175 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 152 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 23 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindpur
Gobindpur 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 Gobindpur
Public transport in the Gobindpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nimapada to Gobindpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gobindpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gobindpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gobindpur
Where is Gobindpur located?
Gobindpur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobindpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindpur is Bhodar.
What is the pincode of Gobindpur?
The pincode of Gobindpur is 752113.
What is the population of Gobindpur?
Gobindpur had a total population of 347, including 175 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Gobindpur?
Gobindpur had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindpur was 89.74%. Male literacy was 95.60% and female literacy was 83.66%.