Govardhanpur - Shrirampur, Ahilyanagar
Govardhanpur is a village situated in the Shrirampur tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Shrirampur and around 100 km from Ahmadnagar. Govardhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govardhanpur is 557632. The village covers a total geographical area of 590 hectares and falls under the 413707 pincode. Shrirampur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Govardhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrirampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govardhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Govardhanpur village had a total population of 756 people, including 391 males and 365 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.70%, with male literacy at 81.71% and female literacy at 66.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 756 | 391 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 123 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 286 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 105 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Govardhanpur
Govardhanpur 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 Govardhanpur
Govardhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shrirampur to Govardhanpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Govardhanpur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govardhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govardhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Govardhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govardhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Govardhanpur
Where is Govardhanpur located?
Govardhanpur village is located in Shrirampur Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govardhanpur?
Govardhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Govardhanpur?
The pincode of Govardhanpur is 413707.
What is the population of Govardhanpur?
Govardhanpur had a total population of 756, including 391 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Govardhanpur?
Govardhanpur had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govardhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govardhanpur was 74.70%. Male literacy was 81.71% and female literacy was 66.98%.