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
As per Census 2011, Godhavadar village has a total population of 1,950 people, consisting of 979 males and 971 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,434 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godhavadar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,950, including 979 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Godhavadar?
There are 380 households in Godhavadar.
What is the literacy rate in Godhavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godhavadar is 73.54%. Male literacy is 78.55% and female literacy is 68.49%.