Godoura - Sikanderpur, Ballia
Godoura is a village situated in the Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikanderpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Badasari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godoura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godoura is 198153. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.05 hectares and falls under the 277302 pincode.
Godoura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Godoura
According to the 2011 Census, Godoura village had a total population of 671 people, including 312 males and 359 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.68%, with male literacy at 72.59% and female literacy at 52.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 671 | 312 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 196 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 116 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Godoura
Godoura 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 Godoura
Godoura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Ballia to Godoura is about 26 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 Godoura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godoura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Godoura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godoura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Godoura
Where is Godoura located?
Godoura village is located in Sikanderpur Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godoura?
The Gram Panchayat of Godoura is Badasari.
What is the pincode of Godoura?
The pincode of Godoura is 277302.
What is the population of Godoura?
Godoura had a total population of 671, including 312 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Godoura?
Godoura had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godoura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godoura was 61.68%. Male literacy was 72.59% and female literacy was 52.24%.