Ghot - Orchha, Narayanpur
Ghot is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Dunga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghot is 450029. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 119 km away.
Ghot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghot
According to the 2011 Census, Ghot village had a total population of 169 people, including 88 males and 81 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.19%, with male literacy at 14.29% and female literacy at 11.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 77 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Ghot
Ghot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Ghot is about 119 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghot 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ghot
Where is Ghot located?
Ghot village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghot?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghot is Dunga.
What is the pincode of Ghot?
The pincode of Ghot is 494661.
What is the population of Ghot?
Ghot had a total population of 169, including 88 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Ghot?
Ghot had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghot was 13.19%. Male literacy was 14.29% and female literacy was 11.94%.