Godhan - Theog, Shimla
Godhan is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Chikhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godhan is 025016. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.09 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Godhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godhan
According to the 2011 Census, Godhan village had a total population of 103 people, including 53 males and 50 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.32%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Godhan
Godhan 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 Godhan
Public transport in the Godhan is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Godhan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godhan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Godhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godhan
Where is Godhan located?
Godhan village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Godhan is Chikhar.
What is the pincode of Godhan?
The pincode of Godhan is 171201.
What is the population of Godhan?
Godhan had a total population of 103, including 53 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Godhan?
Godhan had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godhan was 81.32%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 73.33%.