Godavadi - Mandvi, Surat
Godavadi is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Godavadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godavadi is 524052. The village covers a total geographical area of 741.2 hectares and falls under the 394163 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Godavadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godavadi
According to the 2011 Census, Godavadi village had a total population of 3,915 people, including 1,979 males and 1,936 females, living in 804 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.01%, with male literacy at 85.90% and female literacy at 74.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,367.
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 | 3,915 | 1,979 | 1,936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 199 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,367 | 678 | 689 |
| Literate Population | 2,834 | 1,529 | 1,305 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 450 | 631 |
Nearby Villages of Godavadi
Godavadi 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 Godavadi
Godavadi 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 Mandvi to Godavadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Godavadi 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 Godavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godavadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Godavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godavadi 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 Godavadi
Where is Godavadi located?
Godavadi village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godavadi?
Godavadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godavadi?
The pincode of Godavadi is 394163.
What is the population of Godavadi?
Godavadi had a total population of 3,915, including 1,979 males and 1,936 females.
How many households are there in Godavadi?
Godavadi had 804 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godavadi was 80.01%. Male literacy was 85.90% and female literacy was 74.06%.