Godh - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Godh is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Godh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godh is 507733. The village covers a total geographical area of 723.28 hectares and falls under the 385505 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 18 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 2,230 people, including 1,160 males and 1,070 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.60%, with male literacy at 67.38% and female literacy at 38.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 2,230 | 1,160 | 1,070 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 185 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 657 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,224 | 503 | 721 |
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 van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Godh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Godh is about 20 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 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 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godh?
Godh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godh?
The pincode of Godh is 385505.
What is the population of Godh?
Godh had a total population of 2,230, including 1,160 males and 1,070 females.
How many households are there in Godh?
Godh had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godh was 53.60%. Male literacy was 67.38% and female literacy was 38.69%.