Godana - Gulana, Shajapur
Godana is a village situated in the Gulana tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gulana and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Godna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godana is 472841. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 465227 pincode. Sarangpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Godana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shujalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godana
According to the 2011 Census, Godana village had a total population of 909 people, including 480 males and 429 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.68%, with male literacy at 79.01% and female literacy at 43.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 241.
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 | 909 | 480 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 56 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 126 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 335 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 145 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Godana
Godana 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 Godana
Godana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Godana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarangpur to Godana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Godana 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 Godana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godana 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Godana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godana 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 Godana
Where is Godana located?
Godana village is located in Gulana Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godana?
The Gram Panchayat of Godana is Godna.
What is the pincode of Godana?
The pincode of Godana is 465227.
What is the population of Godana?
Godana had a total population of 909, including 480 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Godana?
Godana had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godana was 62.68%. Male literacy was 79.01% and female literacy was 43.49%.