Ghotpal - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Ghotpal is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Ghotpal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotpal is 450137. The village covers a total geographical area of 2198.19 hectares and falls under the 494441 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghotpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghotpal
As per Census 2011, Ghotpal village has a total population of 2,617 people, consisting of 1,239 males and 1,378 females. The village has 569 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 463 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 775 literate and 1,842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,366 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghotpal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,617 | 1,239 | 1,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 224 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,366 | 1,125 | 1,241 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 503 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,842 | 736 | 1,106 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotpal
Ghotpal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroli | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Nagul | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Madase | South-East | 4.84 km |
| Katulnar | East | 6.04 km |
| Ronje | North-West | 6.07 km |
| Hidpal | North | 6.88 km |
| Haurnar | South | 7.69 km |
| Upet | North | 7.75 km |
| Kasoli | West | 7.92 km |
| Korlapal | North-West | 8.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghotpal
Public transport in the Ghotpal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gidam, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Ghotpal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Ghotpal is about 27 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 Ghotpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotpal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghotpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotpal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghotpal
Where is Ghotpal located?
Ghotpal village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotpal?
Ghotpal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghotpal?
The pincode of Ghotpal is 494441.
What is the population of Ghotpal?
Ghotpal has a total population of 2,617, including 1,239 males and 1,378 females.
How many households are there in Ghotpal?
There are 569 households in Ghotpal.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotpal is 29.61%. Male literacy is 40.60% and female literacy is 19.74%.