Godhanpur - Jhanjharpur, Madhubani
Godhanpur is a village situated in the Jhanjharpur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhanjharpur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Sukhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godhanpur is 220726. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.7 hectares and falls under the 847403 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Godhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Godhanpur
As per Census 2011, Godhanpur village has a total population of 5,090 people, consisting of 2,713 males and 2,377 females. The village has 1,140 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 920 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,244 literate and 2,846 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,090 | 2,713 | 2,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 920 | 470 | 450 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 197 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,244 | 1,466 | 778 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,846 | 1,247 | 1,599 |
Nearby Villages of Godhanpur
Godhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukhet | North | 1.76 km |
| Dip | South | 2.25 km |
| Bijulipur | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Raghonagar | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Az Rakbe Dip | South | 2.84 km |
| Machhdhi | North | 3.26 km |
| Kachhwi | East | 3.32 km |
| Simra | North | 3.56 km |
| Az Rakbe Siwaisinghpur | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Siwaisinghpur | South-East | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godhanpur
Godhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahrail, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jhanjharpur to Godhanpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Godhanpur is about 34 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 Godhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godhanpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Godhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godhanpur
Where is Godhanpur located?
Godhanpur village is located in Jhanjharpur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Godhanpur is Sukhet.
What is the pincode of Godhanpur?
The pincode of Godhanpur is 847403.
What is the population of Godhanpur?
Godhanpur has a total population of 5,090, including 2,713 males and 2,377 females.
How many households are there in Godhanpur?
There are 1,140 households in Godhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Godhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godhanpur is 44.09%. Male literacy is 54.04% and female literacy is 32.73%.