Godas - Taranagar, Churu
Godas is a village situated in the Taranagar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taranagar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Anandsinghpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godas is 070034. The village covers a total geographical area of 848.38 hectares and falls under the 331304 pincode. Taranagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Godas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Godas
As per Census 2011, Godas village has a total population of 1,384 people, consisting of 692 males and 692 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 737 literate and 647 illiterate residents. Additionally, 808 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,384 | 692 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 410 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 454 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 238 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Godas
Godas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhani Asha | South | 1.35 km |
| Mala | South | 2.85 km |
| Anandsinghpura | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Karanpura | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Gogtiya Baghawatan | East | 5.11 km |
| Kharatwasiya | East | 5.18 km |
| Jori Patta Lohsana | South | 5.36 km |
| Chalkoi Kheechran | South-East | 5.58 km |
| Baliya | North | 5.74 km |
| Jori Patta Satyun | South-West | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godas
Godas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sirsala, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Taranagar to Godas is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Godas is about 32 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 Godas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Godas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Godas
Where is Godas located?
Godas village is located in Taranagar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godas?
The Gram Panchayat of Godas is Anandsinghpura.
What is the pincode of Godas?
The pincode of Godas is 331304.
What is the population of Godas?
Godas has a total population of 1,384, including 692 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Godas?
There are 246 households in Godas.
What is the literacy rate in Godas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godas is 53.25%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 40.90%.