Godhana - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Godhana is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bidhanapar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godhana is 187368. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.96 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Godhana 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 Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godhana
According to the 2011 Census, Godhana village had a total population of 746 people, including 380 males and 366 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.62%, with male literacy at 79.70% and female literacy at 52.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 224.
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 | 746 | 380 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 45 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 108 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 267 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 113 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Godhana
Godhana 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 Godhana
Godhana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Godhana.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Godhana is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Godhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Godhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godhana 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 Godhana
Where is Godhana located?
Godhana village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Godhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Godhana is Bidhanapar.
What is the pincode of Godhana?
The pincode of Godhana is 273211.
What is the population of Godhana?
Godhana had a total population of 746, including 380 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Godhana?
Godhana had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godhana was 66.62%. Male literacy was 79.70% and female literacy was 52.56%.