Govindapur (Unit-I) - Bamara, Sambalpur
Govindapur (Unit-I) is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Govindpur and around 130 km from Sambalpur. Govindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govindapur (Unit-I) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govindapur (Unit-I) is 381338. The village covers a total geographical area of 1448 hectares and falls under the 768221 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Govindapur (Unit-I) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govindapur (Unit-I)
According to the 2011 Census, Govindapur (Unit-I) village had a total population of 6,351 people, including 3,201 males and 3,150 females, living in 1,534 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.68%, with male literacy at 89.61% and female literacy at 77.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 591, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,759.
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 | 6,351 | 3,201 | 3,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 689 | 332 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 294 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,759 | 877 | 882 |
| Literate Population | 4,738 | 2,571 | 2,167 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,613 | 630 | 983 |
Nearby Villages of Govindapur (Unit-I)
Govindapur (Unit-I) 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 Govindapur (Unit-I)
Govindapur (Unit-I) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Govindapur (Unit-I) has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Govindapur (Unit-I) is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Govindapur (Unit-I) is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govindapur (Unit-I)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govindapur (Unit-I) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Govindapur (Unit-I)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govindapur (Unit-I) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Govindapur (Unit-I)
Where is Govindapur (Unit-I) located?
Govindapur (Unit-I) village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govindapur (Unit-I)?
The Gram Panchayat of Govindapur (Unit-I) is Govindapur.
What is the pincode of Govindapur (Unit-I)?
The pincode of Govindapur (Unit-I) is 768221.
What is the population of Govindapur (Unit-I)?
Govindapur (Unit-I) had a total population of 6,351, including 3,201 males and 3,150 females.
How many households are there in Govindapur (Unit-I)?
Govindapur (Unit-I) had 1,534 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govindapur (Unit-I)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govindapur (Unit-I) was 83.68%. Male literacy was 89.61% and female literacy was 77.59%.