Godhaneswar - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Godhaneswar is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Subalaya and around 40 km from Subarnapur. Jatesingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godhaneswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godhaneswar is 419513. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Subalaya is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Godhaneswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godhaneswar
According to the 2011 Census, Godhaneswar village had a total population of 241 people, including 110 males and 131 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,191 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.88%, with male literacy at 88.42% and female literacy at 69.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 241 | 110 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 26 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Godhaneswar
Godhaneswar 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 Godhaneswar
Public transport in the Godhaneswar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Godhaneswar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Subalaya to Godhaneswar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Godhaneswar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godhaneswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godhaneswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Godhaneswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godhaneswar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Godhaneswar
Where is Godhaneswar located?
Godhaneswar village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godhaneswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Godhaneswar is Jatesingha.
What is the pincode of Godhaneswar?
The pincode of Godhaneswar is 767018.
What is the population of Godhaneswar?
Godhaneswar had a total population of 241, including 110 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Godhaneswar?
Godhaneswar had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godhaneswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godhaneswar was 77.88%. Male literacy was 88.42% and female literacy was 69.03%.