Godalam - Santhabommali, Srikakulam

Godalam is a village situated in the Santhabommali mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santhabommali and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Borubhadra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godalam village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Godalam is 581039. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 532195 pincode. Palasa Kasibugga is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.

Godalam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Godalam

According to the 2011 Census, Godalam village had a total population of 998 people, including 510 males and 488 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.91%, with male literacy at 49.55% and female literacy at 40.09%.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Godalam

Godalam 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Godalam

Godalam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotabommali, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 141.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palasa Kasibugga to Godalam is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Godalam is about 51 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 Godalam

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godalam village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Godalam

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godalam village are given below:

FAQs about Godalam