Godikan - Goriwala St, Sirsa
Godikan is a village situated in the Goriwala St tehsil of Sirsa district, Haryana. It is located approximately 30 km from Dabwali and around 55 km from Sirsa. Godikan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godikan is 060521. The village covers a total geographical area of 1554 hectares and falls under the 125103 pincode. Sirsa is the nearest town.
Godikan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabwali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godikan
According to the 2011 Census, Godikan village had a total population of 2,140 people, including 1,120 males and 1,020 females, living in 378 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.14%, with male literacy at 76.37% and female literacy at 59.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 896.
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 | 2,140 | 1,120 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 138 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 896 | 475 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,294 | 750 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 370 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Godikan
Godikan 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 Godikan
Godikan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sirsa to Godikan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godikan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godikan 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 Godikan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godikan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godikan
Where is Godikan located?
Godikan village is located in Goriwala St Tehsil, Sirsa district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godikan?
Godikan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godikan?
The pincode of Godikan is 125103.
What is the population of Godikan?
Godikan had a total population of 2,140, including 1,120 males and 1,020 females.
How many households are there in Godikan?
Godikan had 378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godikan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godikan was 68.14%. Male literacy was 76.37% and female literacy was 59.32%.