Ghotpal
Ghotpal is a village located in Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Geedam (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Ghotpal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghotpal unique in its vibrant Gidam-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Ghotpal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghotpal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghotpal is 450137. The village spans a total geographical area of 2198.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494441. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Ghotpal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghotpal 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghotpal
Population of Ghotpal
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotpal has a total population of about 2,617, with approximately 1,239 males and 1,378 females. The sex ratio is around 1112 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 463 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,366. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.61%, with male literacy at about 40.60% and female literacy near 19.74%. There are around 569 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghotpal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,617 | 1,239 | 1,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 224 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,366 | 1,125 | 1,241 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 503 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,842 | 736 | 1,106 |
Connectivity of Ghotpal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghotpal. As per the 2011 stats, Ghotpal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghotpal
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghotpal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghotpal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghotpal
- Where is Ghotpal located?
- Ghotpal village is situated in Gidam Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghotpal?
- Ghotpal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghotpal?
- The pincode of Ghotpal is 494441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghotpal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghotpal is 2,617, with 1,239 males and 1,378 females.
- How many households are there in Ghotpal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghotpal village has a total of 569 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghotpal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghotpal is 29.61%. The male literacy rate is 40.60%, while the female literacy rate is 19.74%.