Godawar - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Godawar is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Deori - 1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godawar is 503552. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.48 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Godawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godawar
According to the 2011 Census, Godawar village had a total population of 1,267 people, including 653 males and 614 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.71%, with male literacy at 59.60% and female literacy at 33.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,074.
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 | 1,267 | 653 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,074 | 544 | 530 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 298 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 355 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Godawar
Godawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semra | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Sundar | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Geer | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Rajasarai | South | 4.73 km |
| Darbari | North-East | 5.03 km |
| Badhnai | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Bardaha | North-East | 5.53 km |
| Sagnara | East | 5.60 km |
| Sakariya | North-West | 5.62 km |
| Karlo | West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godawar
Godawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gondwali, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Godawar is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Godawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Godawar
Where is Godawar located?
Godawar village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Godawar is Deori - 1.
What is the pincode of Godawar?
The pincode of Godawar is 486882.
What is the population of Godawar?
Godawar had a total population of 1,267, including 653 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Godawar?
Godawar had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godawar was 46.71%. Male literacy was 59.60% and female literacy was 33.05%.