Godaritola - Paraswada, Balaghat
Godaritola is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Rupjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godaritola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godaritola is 498429. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.36 hectares and falls under the 481105 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Godaritola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godaritola
According to the 2011 Census, Godaritola village had a total population of 411 people, including 202 males and 209 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.79%, with male literacy at 76.88% and female literacy at 65.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 411 | 202 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 85 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 69 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Godaritola
Godaritola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Umariya | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Gudma | East | 1.88 km |
| Chhaparwahi | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Hudditola | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Balaram Peth | West | 3.15 km |
| Pindkapar | North | 3.28 km |
| Rajpur Ryt. | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Dinatola | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Tantatola | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Ghondi | South | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godaritola
Godaritola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhapewara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.
| 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 Baihar to Godaritola is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Godaritola is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godaritola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godaritola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Godaritola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godaritola 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Godaritola
Where is Godaritola located?
Godaritola village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godaritola?
The Gram Panchayat of Godaritola is Rupjhar.
What is the pincode of Godaritola?
The pincode of Godaritola is 481105.
What is the population of Godaritola?
Godaritola had a total population of 411, including 202 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Godaritola?
Godaritola had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godaritola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godaritola was 70.79%. Male literacy was 76.88% and female literacy was 65.03%.