Gotulmunda - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Gotulmunda is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 65 km from Rajnandgaon. Taramtola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotulmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotulmunda is 441635. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.31 hectares and falls under the 491665 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gotulmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gotulmunda
As per Census 2011, Gotulmunda village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 171 males and 182 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 316 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gotulmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 171 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 150 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 130 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 41 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Gotulmunda
Gotulmunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taram Tola | South | 1.44 km |
| Dewarsur | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Mungeshi Tola | North | 1.78 km |
| Hitkasa | East | 2.10 km |
| Bodal | South | 2.42 km |
| Barcha Kutumb | North | 2.60 km |
| Belargondi | West | 2.71 km |
| Halamitola | West | 2.78 km |
| Ledijob | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Hiddar | South-West | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gotulmunda
Gotulmunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Gotulmunda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Gotulmunda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gotulmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotulmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gotulmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotulmunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gotulmunda
Where is Gotulmunda located?
Gotulmunda village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotulmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotulmunda is Taramtola.
What is the pincode of Gotulmunda?
The pincode of Gotulmunda is 491665.
What is the population of Gotulmunda?
Gotulmunda has a total population of 353, including 171 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Gotulmunda?
There are 89 households in Gotulmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Gotulmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotulmunda is 66.01%. Male literacy is 76.02% and female literacy is 56.59%.