Godh - Malpur, Arvalli
Godh is a village situated in the Malpur taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Malpur and around 62 km from Himatnagar. Mevda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godh is 510900. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.06 hectares and falls under the 383315 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Godh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Godh
According to the 2011 Census, Godh village had a total population of 856 people, including 453 males and 403 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.73%, with male literacy at 90.05% and female literacy at 62.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 856 | 453 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 71 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 344 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 109 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Godh
Godh 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 Godh
Godh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghraj to Godh is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Godh is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Godh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godh
Where is Godh located?
Godh village is located in Malpur Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godh?
The Gram Panchayat of Godh is Mevda.
What is the pincode of Godh?
The pincode of Godh is 383315.
What is the population of Godh?
Godh had a total population of 856, including 453 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Godh?
Godh had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godh was 76.73%. Male literacy was 90.05% and female literacy was 62.32%.