Godinarda - Telkoi, Keonjhar
Godinarda is a village situated in the Telkoi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Telkoi and around 20 km from Kendujhar. Talapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godinarda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godinarda is 386403. The village covers a total geographical area of 1024 hectares and falls under the 758018 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Godinarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godinarda
According to the 2011 Census, Godinarda village had a total population of 349 people, including 173 males and 176 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.94%, with male literacy at 53.03% and female literacy at 17.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 344.
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 | 349 | 173 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 170 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 70 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 103 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Godinarda
Godinarda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharaba | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Rangamatia | East | 4.49 km |
| Patakelipur | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Tempelei | South | 4.96 km |
| Sarupat | South-East | 5.56 km |
| Brahmanikansa | South | 5.65 km |
| Kuladhankuni | North-East | 5.79 km |
| Tigiria | South | 5.87 km |
| Godikansa | South | 6.07 km |
| Purujoda | South | 6.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godinarda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Godinarda. The nearest railway station is Harichandanpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kendujhar to Godinarda is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Godinarda is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godinarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godinarda 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 Godinarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godinarda 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 Godinarda
Where is Godinarda located?
Godinarda village is located in Telkoi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godinarda?
The Gram Panchayat of Godinarda is Talapada.
What is the pincode of Godinarda?
The pincode of Godinarda is 758018.
What is the population of Godinarda?
Godinarda had a total population of 349, including 173 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Godinarda?
Godinarda had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godinarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godinarda was 34.94%. Male literacy was 53.03% and female literacy was 17.52%.