Godhikalan
Godhikalan is a village located in Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Pathalgaon (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Godhi Kalyan is the gram panchayat of Godhikalan village.
Godhikalan has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Godhikalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Godhikalan is 434264. The village spans a total geographical area of 478.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496118. Pathalgaon is nearest town to Godhikalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Godhikalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Godhikalan
Below is a concise population overview of Godhikalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,379 | 1,169 | 1,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 167 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 987 | 488 | 499 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 755 | 357 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 786 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 383 | 687 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Godhikalan village:
- The total population of Godhikalan village is around 2,379, including approximately 1,169 males and 1,210 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 345 children aged 0–6 years in Godhikalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Godhikalan village has 987 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 755 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Godhikalan village is about 55.02%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 43.22%.
- There are around 614 households in Godhikalan village.
Connectivity of Godhikalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Godhikalan. As per the 2011 stats, Godhikalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Godhikalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Godhikalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Godhikalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Godhikalan
- Where is Godhikalan located?
- Godhikalan village is situated in Pathalgaon Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Godhikalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Godhikalan is Godhi Kalyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Godhikalan?
- The pincode of Godhikalan is 496118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Godhikalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Godhikalan is 2,379, with 1,169 males and 1,210 females.
- How many households are there in Godhikalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Godhikalan village has a total of 614 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Godhikalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Godhikalan is 55.02%. The male literacy rate is 67.24%, while the female literacy rate is 43.22%.