Govinda - Moman Badodiya, Shajapur
Govinda is a village situated in the Moman Badodiya tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moman Badodiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Govinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govinda is 472900. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.64 hectares and falls under the 465226 pincode. Moman Badodiya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Govinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Susner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govinda
According to the 2011 Census, Govinda village had a total population of 1,129 people, including 550 males and 579 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.26%, with male literacy at 72.51% and female literacy at 42.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310.
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 | 1,129 | 550 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 59 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 153 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 356 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 194 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Govinda
Govinda 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 Govinda
Govinda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Moman Badodiya to Govinda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Govinda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govinda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Govinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govinda 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 Govinda
Where is Govinda located?
Govinda village is located in Moman Badodiya Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govinda?
Govinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Govinda?
The pincode of Govinda is 465226.
What is the population of Govinda?
Govinda had a total population of 1,129, including 550 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Govinda?
Govinda had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govinda was 57.26%. Male literacy was 72.51% and female literacy was 42.11%.