Godma - Barhait, Sahebganj
Godma is a village situated in the Barhait subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Barhait and around 67 km from Sahibganj. Bar Bandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godma is 358709. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.02 hectares and falls under the 816129 pincode.
Godma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Godma
According to the 2011 Census, Godma village had a total population of 129 people, including 56 males and 73 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,304 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.12%, with male literacy at 47.92% and female literacy at 40.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 129 | 56 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 8 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 56 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 33 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Godma
Godma 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 Godma
Public transport in the Godma is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sahibganj to Godma is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godma 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Godma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Godma
Where is Godma located?
Godma village is located in Barhait Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godma?
The Gram Panchayat of Godma is Bar Bandh.
What is the pincode of Godma?
The pincode of Godma is 816129.
What is the population of Godma?
Godma had a total population of 129, including 56 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Godma?
Godma had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godma was 44.12%. Male literacy was 47.92% and female literacy was 40.74%.