Godenga - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Godenga is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godenga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godenga is 425143. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Godenga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godenga
As per Census 2011, Godenga village has a total population of 42 people, consisting of 21 males and 21 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godenga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Godenga
Godenga 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 Godenga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Godenga.
| 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 Rayagada to Godenga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Godenga is about 85 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 Godenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godenga 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 Godenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godenga 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 Godenga
Where is Godenga located?
Godenga village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godenga?
The Gram Panchayat of Godenga is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Godenga?
The pincode of Godenga is 765020.
What is the population of Godenga?
Godenga has a total population of 42, including 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Godenga?
There are 8 households in Godenga.
What is the literacy rate in Godenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godenga is 16.67%. Male literacy is 28.57% and female literacy is 4.76%.