Godri - Chikhli, Buldhana
Godri is a village situated in the Chikhli tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Chikhli and around 38 km from Buldana. Godri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godri is 529174. The village covers a total geographical area of 1322 hectares and falls under the 443201 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Godri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikhli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godri
As per Census 2011, Godri village has a total population of 2,788 people, consisting of 1,450 males and 1,338 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,903 literate and 885 illiterate residents. Additionally, 763 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,788 | 1,450 | 1,338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 233 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 763 | 409 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,903 | 1,092 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 358 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Godri
Godri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakegaon | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Bhogawati | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Chandhai Pr.chikhali | East | 3.49 km |
| Palaskhed Daulat | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Antri Koli | North | 3.60 km |
| Bhokar | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Tambulwadi | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Waghapur | North | 4.53 km |
| Sawargaon Dukare | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Pambulwadi | East | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godri
Godri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malkapur, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.0 km.
| 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 Chikhli to Godri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Godri is about 38 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 Godri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Godri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Godri
Where is Godri located?
Godri village is located in Chikhli Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godri?
Godri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godri?
The pincode of Godri is 443201.
What is the population of Godri?
Godri has a total population of 2,788, including 1,450 males and 1,338 females.
How many households are there in Godri?
There are 618 households in Godri.
What is the literacy rate in Godri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godri is 68.26%. Male literacy is 75.31% and female literacy is 60.61%.