Godhani - Danta, Banas Kantha
Godhani is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Godhani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godhani is 507943. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.29 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Godhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godhani
According to the 2011 Census, Godhani village had a total population of 816 people, including 417 males and 399 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.30%, with male literacy at 83.14% and female literacy at 65.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 | 816 | 417 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 79 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 281 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 136 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Godhani
Godhani 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 Godhani
Godhani 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 | 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 Palanpur to Godhani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Godhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godhani
Where is Godhani located?
Godhani village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godhani?
Godhani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godhani?
The pincode of Godhani is 385120.
What is the population of Godhani?
Godhani had a total population of 816, including 417 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Godhani?
Godhani had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godhani was 74.30%. Male literacy was 83.14% and female literacy was 65.60%.