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.
Ghotpal has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Ghotpal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghotpal village:
- The total population of Ghotpal village is around 2,617, including approximately 1,239 males and 1,378 females, with a sex ratio of 1112 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 463 children aged 0–6 years in Ghotpal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghotpal village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,366 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghotpal village is about 29.61%, with male literacy at 40.60% and female literacy at 19.74%.
- There are around 569 households in Ghotpal village.
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%.