Gothani - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Gothani is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Gothani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothani is 227853. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Gothani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gothani
As per Census 2011, Gothani village has a total population of 3,455 people, consisting of 1,748 males and 1,707 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 722 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,290 literate and 2,165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 759 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gothani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,455 | 1,748 | 1,707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 369 | 353 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 349 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,290 | 825 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,165 | 923 | 1,242 |
Nearby Villages of Gothani
Gothani 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 Gothani
Gothani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Gothani is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gothani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gothani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothani 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 Gothani
Where is Gothani located?
Gothani village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gothani?
Gothani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gothani?
The pincode of Gothani is 847203.
What is the population of Gothani?
Gothani has a total population of 3,455, including 1,748 males and 1,707 females.
How many households are there in Gothani?
There are 777 households in Gothani.
What is the literacy rate in Gothani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothani is 37.34%. Male literacy is 47.20% and female literacy is 27.24%.