Godelguda - Dornapal, Sukma
Godelguda is a village situated in the Dornapal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 72 km from Konta and around 122 km from Dantewada. Korrapad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godelguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godelguda is 450359. The village covers a total geographical area of 1137.69 hectares and falls under the 494114 pincode. Sukma is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Godelguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godelguda
According to the 2011 Census, Godelguda village had a total population of 405 people, including 202 males and 203 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.97%, with male literacy at 10.58% and female literacy at 9.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 403.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 202 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 13 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 403 | 200 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 182 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Godelguda
Godelguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kankerlanka | East | 4.37 km |
| Korrapad | South | 5.08 km |
| Palamadgu | South-East | 8.13 km |
| Chintagupha | North-West | 8.34 km |
| Bardelpad (tongguda) | East | 9.41 km |
| Polampalli | South-East | 9.45 km |
| Upampalli | North-East | 9.90 km |
| Tokanpalli | North-West | 11.73 km |
| Arlampalli | South-East | 11.91 km |
| Gondpalli | East | 12.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godelguda
Public transport in the Godelguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sukma to Godelguda is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Godelguda is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godelguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godelguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Godelguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godelguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Godelguda
Where is Godelguda located?
Godelguda village is located in Dornapal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godelguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Godelguda is Korrapad.
What is the pincode of Godelguda?
The pincode of Godelguda is 494114.
What is the population of Godelguda?
Godelguda had a total population of 405, including 202 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Godelguda?
Godelguda had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godelguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godelguda was 9.97%. Male literacy was 10.58% and female literacy was 9.41%.