Godipur - Shahade, Nandurbar
Godipur is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Godipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godipur is 525500. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.78 hectares and falls under the 425409 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Godipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godipur
As per Census 2011, Godipur village has a total population of 1,249 people, consisting of 619 males and 630 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 749 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 929 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,249 | 619 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 123 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 929 | 462 | 467 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 289 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 330 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Godipur
Godipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Junavane | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Navalpur | South | 1.95 km |
| Bramhanpuri | East | 2.31 km |
| Pimpri | West | 2.62 km |
| Tawalai | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Sulwade | North | 3.02 km |
| Asus | South | 3.51 km |
| Awage | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Bhagapur | East | 3.81 km |
| Sultanpur | North-East | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godipur
Godipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.1 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 Shahade to Godipur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Godipur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Godipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godipur
Where is Godipur located?
Godipur village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godipur?
Godipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Godipur?
The pincode of Godipur is 425409.
What is the population of Godipur?
Godipur has a total population of 1,249, including 619 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Godipur?
There are 267 households in Godipur.
What is the literacy rate in Godipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godipur is 40.03%. Male literacy is 46.69% and female literacy is 33.49%.