Govindapur - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Govindapur is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Subalaya and around 30 km from Subarnapur. Subalaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govindapur is 419509. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Subalaya is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Govindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Govindapur village had a total population of 488 people, including 239 males and 249 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.87%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 64.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 488 | 239 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 184 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 55 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Govindapur
Govindapur 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
Govindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Subalaya to Govindapur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Govindapur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Govindapur
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 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Govindapur
Where is Govindapur located?
Govindapur village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Govindapur is Subalaya.
What is the pincode of Govindapur?
The pincode of Govindapur is 767018.
What is the population of Govindapur?
Govindapur had a total population of 488, including 239 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Govindapur?
Govindapur had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govindapur was 75.87%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 64.13%.