Godawas Kalan - Kalyanpur, Balotra
Godawas Kalan is a village situated in the Kalyanpur tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 56 km from Pachpadra and around 156 km from Barmer. Godawas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godawas Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godawas Kalan is 087490. The village covers a total geographical area of 741 hectares and falls under the 344026 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Godawas Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Godawas Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Godawas Kalan village had a total population of 1,196 people, including 618 males and 578 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.64%, with male literacy at 87.45% and female literacy at 51.14%.
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 | 1,196 | 618 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 116 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 439 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 179 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Godawas Kalan
Godawas Kalan 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 Godawas Kalan
Godawas Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Godawas Kalan is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Godawas Kalan is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godawas Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godawas Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Godawas Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godawas Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Godawas Kalan
Where is Godawas Kalan located?
Godawas Kalan village is located in Kalyanpur Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godawas Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Godawas Kalan is Godawas.
What is the pincode of Godawas Kalan?
The pincode of Godawas Kalan is 344026.
What is the population of Godawas Kalan?
Godawas Kalan had a total population of 1,196, including 618 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Godawas Kalan?
Godawas Kalan had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godawas Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godawas Kalan was 69.64%. Male literacy was 87.45% and female literacy was 51.14%.