Ghotia - Manpur, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Ghotia is a village situated in the Manpur tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from Manpur and around 106 km from Rajnandgaon. Tohe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotia is 441460. The village covers a total geographical area of 703.33 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Ghotia 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 Ghotia
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotia village had a total population of 462 people, including 225 males and 237 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.42%, with male literacy at 80.93% and female literacy at 63.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 392.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 225 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 31 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 392 | 189 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 157 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 68 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotia
Ghotia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tohe | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Maler | West | 2.71 km |
| Khursekhurd | South | 2.82 km |
| Paraljhari | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Kotari | East | 4.17 km |
| Basely | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Hanaikalkhurd | West | 4.54 km |
| Tumdikasa | North | 4.90 km |
| Khairkatta | North-West | 5.35 km |
| Khursekalan | South | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghotia
Ghotia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Ghotia is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Ghotia is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotia 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 Ghotia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghotia
Where is Ghotia located?
Ghotia village is located in Manpur Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotia is Tohe.
What is the pincode of Ghotia?
The pincode of Ghotia is 491229.
What is the population of Ghotia?
Ghotia had a total population of 462, including 225 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Ghotia?
Ghotia had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotia was 72.42%. Male literacy was 80.93% and female literacy was 63.92%.