Godakhali

Godakhali is a village located in Budge Budge Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.3km away from sub-district headquarter Dongaria (tehsildar office) and 30.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Dongaria Raipur is the gram panchayat of Godakhali village.

Godakhali has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Godakhali

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Godakhali is 333347. The village spans a total geographical area of 75.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743349. Dakshin Raipur is nearest town to Godakhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.

When it comes to local governance, Godakhali village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Budge budge Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Godakhali

Below is a concise population overview of Godakhali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,531 800 731
Illiterate Population 1,194 602 592

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Godakhali village:

  • The total population of Godakhali village is around 2,725, including approximately 1,402 males and 1,323 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 332 children aged 0–6 years in Godakhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Godakhali village has 2,296 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Godakhali village is about 56.18%, with male literacy at 57.06% and female literacy at 55.25%.
  • There are around 638 households in Godakhali village.

Connectivity of Godakhali

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Godakhali. As per the 2011 stats, Godakhali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Godakhali

Knowing the nearby villages of Godakhali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Godakhali.

Sonarpur Charadongaria Haori Dhanchebaria Dongaria Baratala Bahirkunji Telari Naldari Burul Keshabpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Godakhali

Where is Godakhali located?
Godakhali village is situated in Budge Budge Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Godakhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Godakhali is Dongaria Raipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Godakhali?
The pincode of Godakhali is 743349, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Godakhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Godakhali is 2,725, with 1,402 males and 1,323 females.
How many households are there in Godakhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Godakhali village has a total of 638 households.
What is the literacy rate in Godakhali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Godakhali is 56.18%. The male literacy rate is 57.06%, while the female literacy rate is 55.25%.