Godham - Tilakwada, Narmada
Godham is a village situated in the Tilakwada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilakwada and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Shira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godham is 521319. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.3 hectares and falls under the 391120 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Godham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Godham
According to the 2011 Census, Godham village had a total population of 427 people, including 226 males and 201 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.05%, with male literacy at 87.30% and female literacy at 55.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 387.
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 | 427 | 226 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 201 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 165 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 61 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Godham
Godham 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 Godham
Public transport in the Godham is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajpipla to Godham is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Godham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Godham
Where is Godham located?
Godham village is located in Tilakwada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godham?
The Gram Panchayat of Godham is Shira.
What is the pincode of Godham?
The pincode of Godham is 391120.
What is the population of Godham?
Godham had a total population of 427, including 226 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Godham?
Godham had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godham was 72.05%. Male literacy was 87.30% and female literacy was 55.68%.