Godhan
Godhan is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Godhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Godhan has its own place in the vibrant Ashoknagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Godhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Godhan is 500180. The village spans a total geographical area of 1271.02 hectares. Chanderi is nearest town to Godhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Godhan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Godhan
Population of Godhan
Below is a concise population overview of Godhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,474 | 764 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 154 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 62 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 363 | 182 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 783 | 468 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 296 | 395 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Godhan village:
- The total population of Godhan village is around 1,474, including approximately 764 males and 710 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 274 children aged 0–6 years in Godhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Godhan village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 363 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Godhan village is about 53.12%, with male literacy at 61.26% and female literacy at 44.37%.
- There are around 301 households in Godhan village.
Connectivity of Godhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Godhan. As per the 2011 stats, Godhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Godhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Godhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Godhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Godhan
- Where is Godhan located?
- Godhan village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Godhan?
- Godhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Godhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Godhan is 1,474, with 764 males and 710 females.
- How many households are there in Godhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Godhan village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Godhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Godhan is 53.12%. The male literacy rate is 61.26%, while the female literacy rate is 44.37%.