Godri - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Godri is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Godiaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godri is 428386. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Godri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godri
According to the 2011 Census, Godri village had a total population of 296 people, including 148 males and 148 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.54%, with male literacy at 52.14% and female literacy at 12.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
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 | 296 | 148 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 137 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 61 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 87 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Godri
Godri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Godri
Godri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kotpad to Godri is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Godri is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Godri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Godri
Where is Godri located?
Godri village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godri?
The Gram Panchayat of Godri is Godiaguda.
What is the pincode of Godri?
The pincode of Godri is 764028.
What is the population of Godri?
Godri had a total population of 296, including 148 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Godri?
Godri had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godri was 31.54%. Male literacy was 52.14% and female literacy was 12.10%.