Godiabang - Gunupur, Rayagada
Godiabang is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chinasari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godiabang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godiabang is 426791. The village covers a total geographical area of 557 hectares and falls under the 765022 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Godiabang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godiabang
According to the 2011 Census, Godiabang village had a total population of 574 people, including 273 males and 301 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.51%, with male literacy at 33.18% and female literacy at 28.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 566.
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 | 574 | 273 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 268 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 199 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Godiabang
Godiabang 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 Godiabang
Godiabang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Godiabang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Godiabang is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Godiabang is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godiabang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godiabang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Godiabang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godiabang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godiabang
Where is Godiabang located?
Godiabang village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godiabang?
The Gram Panchayat of Godiabang is Chinasari.
What is the pincode of Godiabang?
The pincode of Godiabang is 765022.
What is the population of Godiabang?
Godiabang had a total population of 574, including 273 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Godiabang?
Godiabang had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godiabang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godiabang was 30.51%. Male literacy was 33.18% and female literacy was 28.11%.