Godhavadar - Lilia, Amreli
Godhavadar is a village situated in the Lilia taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lilia and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Godhavadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godhavadar is 515546. The village covers a total geographical area of 941.3 hectares and falls under the 365535 pincode. Lilia is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Godhavadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godhavadar
According to the 2011 Census, Godhavadar village had a total population of 1,950 people, including 979 males and 971 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.38%, with male literacy at 86.99% and female literacy at 75.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 370, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 1,950 | 979 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 95 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 186 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,434 | 769 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 210 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Godhavadar
Godhavadar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Godhavadar
Godhavadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lilia to Godhavadar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Godhavadar is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godhavadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godhavadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Godhavadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godhavadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godhavadar
Where is Godhavadar located?
Godhavadar village is located in Lilia Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godhavadar?
Godhavadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godhavadar?
The pincode of Godhavadar is 365535.
What is the population of Godhavadar?
Godhavadar had a total population of 1,950, including 979 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Godhavadar?
Godhavadar had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godhavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godhavadar was 81.38%. Male literacy was 86.99% and female literacy was 75.74%.