Godthal - Chikhli, Navsari
Godthal is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Godthal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godthal is 523098. The village covers a total geographical area of 1181.49 hectares and falls under the 396060 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Godthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godthal
According to the 2011 Census, Godthal village had a total population of 7,257 people, including 3,707 males and 3,550 females, living in 1,489 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.32%, with male literacy at 82.66% and female literacy at 69.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6,588.
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 | 7,257 | 3,707 | 3,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 691 | 368 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,588 | 3,358 | 3,230 |
| Literate Population | 5,011 | 2,760 | 2,251 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,246 | 947 | 1,299 |
Nearby Villages of Godthal
Godthal 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 Godthal
Godthal 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 Chikhli to Godthal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Godthal is about 53 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 Godthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godthal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Godthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godthal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Godthal
Where is Godthal located?
Godthal village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godthal?
Godthal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godthal?
The pincode of Godthal is 396060.
What is the population of Godthal?
Godthal had a total population of 7,257, including 3,707 males and 3,550 females.
How many households are there in Godthal?
Godthal had 1,489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godthal was 76.32%. Male literacy was 82.66% and female literacy was 69.76%.