Godri - Jamner, Jalgaon
Godri is a village situated in the Jamner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamner and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Godri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godri is 528147. The village covers a total geographical area of 4163.31 hectares and falls under the 424208 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godri
As per Census 2011, Godri village has a total population of 4,214 people, consisting of 2,175 males and 2,039 females. The village has 882 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 656 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,418 literate and 1,796 illiterate residents. Additionally, 491 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,835 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,214 | 2,175 | 2,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 656 | 338 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 491 | 256 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,835 | 934 | 901 |
| Literate Population | 2,418 | 1,476 | 942 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,796 | 699 | 1,097 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phattepur | North | 3.38 km |
| Jawala | West | 3.92 km |
| Rawala | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Pathad Tanda | East | 4.39 km |
| Kinhi | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Jamthi | West | 5.66 km |
| Wadgaon Nimb | North-West | 6.07 km |
| Mehgaon | South | 6.10 km |
| Murti | East | 6.17 km |
| Madani | North-West | 6.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godri
Godri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Godri is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Godri is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Godri
Where is Godri located?
Godri village is located in Jamner Tehsil, Jalgaon 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 424208.
What is the population of Godri?
Godri has a total population of 4,214, including 2,175 males and 2,039 females.
How many households are there in Godri?
There are 882 households in Godri.
What is the literacy rate in Godri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godri is 57.38%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 46.20%.