Godhar (West) - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Godhar (West) is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Santrampur and around 52 km from Godhra. Godhar (West) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godhar (West) is 518080. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.45 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Godhar (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godhar (West)
As per Census 2011, Godhar (West) village has a total population of 1,906 people, consisting of 960 males and 946 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godhar (West) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,906 | 960 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 128 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,210 | 599 | 611 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 694 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 266 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Godhar (West)
Godhar (West) 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 Godhar (West)
Godhar (West) 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Godhar (West) is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Godhar (West) is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godhar (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godhar (West) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Godhar (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godhar (West) 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 Godhar (West)
Where is Godhar (West) located?
Godhar (West) village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godhar (West)?
Godhar (West) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godhar (West)?
The pincode of Godhar (West) is 389230.
What is the population of Godhar (West)?
Godhar (West) has a total population of 1,906, including 960 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Godhar (West)?
There are 383 households in Godhar (West).
What is the literacy rate in Godhar (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godhar (West) is 61.96%. Male literacy is 72.29% and female literacy is 51.48%.