Godramunda - Saintala, Balangir
Godramunda is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Jurabandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godramunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godramunda is 421007. The village covers a total geographical area of 493 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Godramunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godramunda
According to the 2011 Census, Godramunda village had a total population of 524 people, including 262 males and 262 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.11%, with male literacy at 83.26% and female literacy at 44.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 442.
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 | 524 | 262 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 29 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 442 | 222 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 194 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 68 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Godramunda
Godramunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalia | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Dahimal | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Amdarha | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Kurenbahli | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Nagphena | North | 4.47 km |
| Dangartal | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Dhumabhata | West | 4.64 km |
| Jharphatamunda | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Dangarpara | North-West | 5.52 km |
| Kadalimunda | North-East | 5.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godramunda
Godramunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Muribahal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Patnagarh to Godramunda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Godramunda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godramunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godramunda 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 Godramunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godramunda 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 Godramunda
Where is Godramunda located?
Godramunda village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godramunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Godramunda is Jurabandh.
What is the pincode of Godramunda?
The pincode of Godramunda is 767032.
What is the population of Godramunda?
Godramunda had a total population of 524, including 262 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Godramunda?
Godramunda had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godramunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godramunda was 64.11%. Male literacy was 83.26% and female literacy was 44.20%.