Godijhar - Banapur, Khordha
Godijhar is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Gambharimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godijhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godijhar is 408326. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Godijhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godijhar
According to the 2011 Census, Godijhar village had a total population of 974 people, including 510 males and 464 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.09%, with male literacy at 88.94% and female literacy at 74.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 974 | 510 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 386 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 124 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Godijhar
Godijhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karadapalli | North | 0.68 km |
| Kaluniari | East | 1.11 km |
| Khajuria | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Binjhala | South | 1.58 km |
| Harichandanpur | South | 1.61 km |
| Chakadapathar | North | 1.85 km |
| Khelamunda | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Dinabandhupur (thekuapalli) | East | 1.97 km |
| Mohanpur | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Gotapalli | South-East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godijhar
Godijhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Solari, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.2 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 Banapur to Godijhar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Godijhar is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godijhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godijhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Godijhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godijhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godijhar
Where is Godijhar located?
Godijhar village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godijhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Godijhar is Gambharimunda.
What is the pincode of Godijhar?
The pincode of Godijhar is 752031.
What is the population of Godijhar?
Godijhar had a total population of 974, including 510 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Godijhar?
Godijhar had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godijhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godijhar was 82.09%. Male literacy was 88.94% and female literacy was 74.82%.