Govindpur - Banei, Sundargarh
Govindpur is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Govindpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govindpur is 385156. The village covers a total geographical area of 273 hectares and falls under the 770051 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Govindpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govindpur
As per Census 2011, Govindpur village has a total population of 1,084 people, consisting of 527 males and 557 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 755 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 477 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Govindpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,084 | 527 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 44 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 477 | 216 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 755 | 388 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 139 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Govindpur
Govindpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharanidharpali | East | 1.35 km |
| Pandua | North | 1.59 km |
| Narasinghpur | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Badbaurkela | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Kenaveta | South | 1.94 km |
| Dareikala | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Sanbaurkela | West | 2.39 km |
| Sauntipali | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Alekhpur | North | 2.73 km |
| Patrapali | West | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Govindpur
Public transport in the Govindpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Govindpur is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Govindpur is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govindpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govindpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Govindpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govindpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Govindpur
Where is Govindpur located?
Govindpur village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govindpur?
Govindpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Govindpur?
The pincode of Govindpur is 770051.
What is the population of Govindpur?
Govindpur has a total population of 1,084, including 527 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Govindpur?
There are 265 households in Govindpur.
What is the literacy rate in Govindpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govindpur is 69.65%. Male literacy is 73.62% and female literacy is 65.89%.