Godh - Palanpur, Banas Kantha
Godh is a village situated in the Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Palanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Hathidra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godh is 508181. The village covers a total geographical area of 1426.21 hectares and falls under the 385001 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Godh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vadgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godh
According to the 2011 Census, Godh village had a total population of 811 people, including 429 males and 382 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.60%, with male literacy at 88.53% and female literacy at 53.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 811 | 429 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 89 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 301 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 128 | 209 |
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 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 Godh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Godh
Where is Godh located?
Godh village is located in Palanpur Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godh?
The Gram Panchayat of Godh is Hathidra.
What is the pincode of Godh?
The pincode of Godh is 385001.
What is the population of Godh?
Godh had a total population of 811, including 429 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Godh?
Godh had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godh was 71.60%. Male literacy was 88.53% and female literacy was 53.73%.