Godalpur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Godalpur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Sagahapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godalpur is 167721. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.27 hectares and falls under the 224176 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Godalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Godalpur village had a total population of 104 people, including 54 males and 50 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 44 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 10 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Godalpur
Godalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rukmalpur | West | 0.72 km |
| Saghapur | North | 0.84 km |
| Nikaspur | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Lalmanpur | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Ahmadpur | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Rampatti | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Kharahra | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Goshainpur | South | 1.57 km |
| Jogindapur | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Muwapur | West | 1.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Godalpur
Godalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khorason Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.2 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 Mahrajganj to Godalpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Godalpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Godalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Godalpur
Where is Godalpur located?
Godalpur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Godalpur is Sagahapur.
What is the pincode of Godalpur?
The pincode of Godalpur is 224176.
What is the population of Godalpur?
Godalpur had a total population of 104, including 54 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Godalpur?
Godalpur had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godalpur was 72.34%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 53.33%.