Gobardhanpur - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Gobardhanpur is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Tribanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobardhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobardhanpur is 382451. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gobardhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobardhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gobardhanpur village had a total population of 63 people, including 31 males and 32 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.66%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Gobardhanpur
Gobardhanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chubukadadar | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Ainlapali | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Kusapali | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Tribanpur | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Bharatapur | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Khandam | East | 2.68 km |
| Gobindpur | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Chhandpur | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Chudapudug | North | 3.13 km |
| Telsingh | North-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gobardhanpur
Public transport in the Gobardhanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Gobardhanpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Gobardhanpur is about 82 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 Gobardhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobardhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gobardhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobardhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobardhanpur
Where is Gobardhanpur located?
Gobardhanpur village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobardhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobardhanpur is Tribanpur.
What is the pincode of Gobardhanpur?
The pincode of Gobardhanpur is 768106.
What is the population of Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur had a total population of 63, including 31 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Gobardhanpur?
Gobardhanpur had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobardhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobardhanpur was 79.66%. Male literacy was 93.10% and female literacy was 66.67%.