Godavarru - Kankipadu, Krishna
Godavarru is a village situated in the Kankipadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankipadu and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Godavarru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godavarru is 589494. The village covers a total geographical area of 964 hectares and falls under the 521151 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Godavarru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Godavarru
As per Census 2011, Godavarru village has a total population of 3,457 people, consisting of 1,671 males and 1,786 females. The village has 1,008 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,421 literate and 1,036 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godavarru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,457 | 1,671 | 1,786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 151 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,382 | 649 | 733 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 2,421 | 1,217 | 1,204 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,036 | 454 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Godavarru
Godavarru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prodduturu | East | 2.34 km |
| Gosala | North | 2.82 km |
| Chinapulipaka | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Vanukuru | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Madduru | West | 3.23 km |
| Konathanapadu | East | 3.53 km |
| Royyuru | South | 3.59 km |
| Davuluru | East | 4.20 km |
| Boddapadu | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Punadipadu | North-East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godavarru
Godavarru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uppalur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.3 km.
| 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 Vijayawada to Godavarru is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Godavarru is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godavarru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godavarru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Godavarru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godavarru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Godavarru
Where is Godavarru located?
Godavarru village is located in Kankipadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godavarru?
Godavarru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godavarru?
The pincode of Godavarru is 521151.
What is the population of Godavarru?
Godavarru has a total population of 3,457, including 1,671 males and 1,786 females.
How many households are there in Godavarru?
There are 1,008 households in Godavarru.
What is the literacy rate in Godavarru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godavarru is 70.03%. Male literacy is 72.83% and female literacy is 67.41%.