Gojabahal Village - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Gojabahal is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chancharaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gojabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gojabahal is 425241. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Gojabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gojabahal
As per Census 2011, Gojabahal village has a total population of 57 people, consisting of 29 males and 28 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gojabahal are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Gojabahal
Gojabahal 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 Gojabahal
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Gojabahal. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Gojabahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Gojabahal is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gojabahal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gojabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gojabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gojabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gojabahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gojabahal
Where is Gojabahal located?
Gojabahal village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gojabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gojabahal is Chancharaguda.
What is the pincode of Gojabahal?
The pincode of Gojabahal is 765019.
What is the population of Gojabahal?
Gojabahal has a total population of 57, including 29 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Gojabahal?
There are 20 households in Gojabahal.
What is the literacy rate in Gojabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gojabahal is 54.39%. Male literacy is 62.07% and female literacy is 46.43%.