Govindpur - Jiwati, Chandrapur
Govindpur is a village situated in the Jiwati tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jiwati and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Khadki Hirapur serves as the Village Panchayat for Govindpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govindpur is 541735. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.43 hectares and falls under the 442908 pincode. Rajura is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Govindpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Govindpur
According to the 2011 Census, Govindpur village had a total population of 190 people, including 99 males and 91 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 60.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 190 | 99 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 41 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Govindpur
Govindpur 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 Govindpur
Public transport in the Govindpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajura to Govindpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Govindpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govindpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govindpur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Govindpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govindpur 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 Govindpur
Where is Govindpur located?
Govindpur village is located in Jiwati Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Govindpur?
The Village Panchayat of Govindpur is Khadki Hirapur.
What is the pincode of Govindpur?
The pincode of Govindpur is 442908.
What is the population of Govindpur?
Govindpur had a total population of 190, including 99 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Govindpur?
Govindpur had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govindpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govindpur was 66.67%. Male literacy was 72.50% and female literacy was 60.53%.