Godavari - Ashti, Wardha
Godavari is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Tekoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godavari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godavari is 533493. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.91 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Godavari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godavari
As per Census 2011, Godavari village has a total population of 154 people, consisting of 84 males and 70 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godavari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 154 | 84 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 66 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 18 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Godavari
Godavari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tekoda | East | 0.94 km |
| Ismailpur | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Narsapur | North | 1.31 km |
| Jamalpur | East | 1.62 km |
| Sherpur | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Godri | South | 2.25 km |
| Khadki | North | 2.66 km |
| Narayanpur | East | 2.91 km |
| Vishwanagar | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Wagholi | North-West | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godavari
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Godavari. The nearest railway station is Morshi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Arvi to Godavari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Godavari is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godavari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godavari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Godavari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godavari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godavari
Where is Godavari located?
Godavari village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godavari?
The Gram Panchayat of Godavari is Tekoda.
What is the pincode of Godavari?
The pincode of Godavari is 442202.
What is the population of Godavari?
Godavari has a total population of 154, including 84 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Godavari?
There are 38 households in Godavari.
What is the literacy rate in Godavari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godavari is 71.43%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 62.86%.