Godadiya - Petlawad, Jhabua
Godadiya is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Godadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godadiya is 504231. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.6 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Godadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Godadiya
As per Census 2011, Godadiya village has a total population of 1,678 people, consisting of 873 males and 805 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 1,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,642 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,678 | 873 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 175 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,642 | 856 | 786 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 361 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,125 | 512 | 613 |
Nearby Villages of Godadiya
Godadiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kesarpura | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Naldi | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Govindpura | South | 2.61 km |
| Barigaon | East | 2.83 km |
| Karangarh | West | 2.99 km |
| Gadawadiya | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Moicharni | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Karwad | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Jirawalya | East | 4.96 km |
| Mortuka | North-West | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godadiya
Public transport in the Godadiya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raoti, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.4 km.
| 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 Petlawad to Godadiya is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Godadiya is about 65 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 Godadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godadiya 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 Godadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godadiya 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 Godadiya
Where is Godadiya located?
Godadiya village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godadiya?
Godadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godadiya?
The pincode of Godadiya is 457770.
What is the population of Godadiya?
Godadiya has a total population of 1,678, including 873 males and 805 females.
How many households are there in Godadiya?
There are 335 households in Godadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Godadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godadiya is 32.96%. Male literacy is 41.35% and female literacy is 23.85%.