Godakhali - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Godakhali is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.3 km from Dongaria and around 30.4 km from Alipore. Dongaria Raipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Godakhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Godakhali is 333347. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.5 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Godakhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budge budge Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Godakhali
As per Census 2011, Godakhali village has a total population of 2,725 people, consisting of 1,402 males and 1,323 females. The village has 638 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,531 literate and 1,194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Godakhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,725 | 1,402 | 1,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 190 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,296 | 1,173 | 1,123 |
| Literate Population | 1,531 | 800 | 731 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,194 | 602 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Godakhali
Godakhali 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 Godakhali
Godakhali 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 | 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 Dakshin Raipur to Godakhali is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Godakhali is about 30.4 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 Godakhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Godakhali 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 Godakhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Godakhali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Godakhali
Where is Godakhali located?
Godakhali village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godakhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Godakhali is Dongaria Raipur.
What is the pincode of Godakhali?
The pincode of Godakhali is 743318.
What is the population of Godakhali?
Godakhali has a total population of 2,725, including 1,402 males and 1,323 females.
How many households are there in Godakhali?
There are 638 households in Godakhali.
What is the literacy rate in Godakhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Godakhali is 56.18%. Male literacy is 57.06% and female literacy is 55.25%.