Godhimara - Sukruli, Mayurbhanj
Godhimara is a village situated in the Sukruli tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Raruan and around 139 km from Baripada. Teranty serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godhimara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godhimara is 388731. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 757035 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Godhimara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godhimara
According to the 2011 Census, Godhimara village had a total population of 157 people, including 79 males and 78 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.50%, with male literacy at 59.68% and female literacy at 44.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
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 | 157 | 79 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 79 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 42 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Godhimara
Godhimara 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 Godhimara
Godhimara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karanjia to Godhimara is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Godhimara is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godhimara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godhimara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Godhimara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godhimara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Godhimara
Where is Godhimara located?
Godhimara village is located in Sukruli Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godhimara?
The Gram Panchayat of Godhimara is Teranty.
What is the pincode of Godhimara?
The pincode of Godhimara is 757035.
What is the population of Godhimara?
Godhimara had a total population of 157, including 79 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Godhimara?
Godhimara had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godhimara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godhimara was 52.50%. Male literacy was 59.68% and female literacy was 44.83%.