Godri - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Godri is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Godri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godri is 497878. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.55 hectares and falls under the 481226 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Godri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godri
According to the 2011 Census, Godri village had a total population of 1,082 people, including 536 males and 546 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.04%, with male literacy at 76.07% and female literacy at 64.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 1,082 | 536 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 68 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 356 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 180 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Godri
Godri 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 Godri
Godri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Balaghat to Godri is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Godri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godri 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 Godri
Where is Godri located?
Godri village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godri?
Godri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godri?
The pincode of Godri is 481226.
What is the population of Godri?
Godri had a total population of 1,082, including 536 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Godri?
Godri had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godri was 70.04%. Male literacy was 76.07% and female literacy was 64.04%.