Godijharia - Tigiria, Cuttack
Godijharia is a village situated in the Tigiria tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tigiria and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Bhiruda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godijharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godijharia is 398981. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 754030 pincode. Athagad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Godijharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godijharia
As per Census 2011, Godijharia village has a total population of 2,107 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 1,024 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,558 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 384 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godijharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,107 | 1,083 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 126 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 196 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 113 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,558 | 858 | 700 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 225 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Godijharia
Godijharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muktadeipur | East | 1.23 km |
| Ramachandrapur | South | 1.31 km |
| Jaganathaballavapur Sasan | East | 1.42 km |
| Bhiruda | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Patanda | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Hariharpur | South | 2.32 km |
| Jenapadadal | East | 2.64 km |
| Sesagan | South | 2.77 km |
| Dhirapatana | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Krushnaprasad | North | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godijharia
Public transport in the Godijharia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Joranda Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athagad to Godijharia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Godijharia 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 Godijharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godijharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Godijharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godijharia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Godijharia
Where is Godijharia located?
Godijharia village is located in Tigiria Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godijharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Godijharia is Bhiruda.
What is the pincode of Godijharia?
The pincode of Godijharia is 754030.
What is the population of Godijharia?
Godijharia has a total population of 2,107, including 1,083 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Godijharia?
There are 456 households in Godijharia.
What is the literacy rate in Godijharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godijharia is 73.94%. Male literacy is 79.22% and female literacy is 68.36%.