Ghothiya - Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon
Ghothiya is a village situated in the Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargarh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Ghotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghothiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghothiya is 440529. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.06 hectares and falls under the 491445 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghothiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghothiya
According to the 2011 Census, Ghothiya village had a total population of 1,233 people, including 606 males and 627 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.97%, with male literacy at 83.30% and female literacy at 57.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,052.
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 | 1,233 | 606 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,052 | 521 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 409 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 197 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Ghothiya
Ghothiya 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 Ghothiya
Ghothiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dongargarh to Ghothiya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Ghothiya is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghothiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghothiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghothiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghothiya 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 Ghothiya
Where is Ghothiya located?
Ghothiya village is located in Dongargarh Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghothiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghothiya is Ghotiya.
What is the pincode of Ghothiya?
The pincode of Ghothiya is 491445.
What is the population of Ghothiya?
Ghothiya had a total population of 1,233, including 606 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Ghothiya?
Ghothiya had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghothiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghothiya was 69.97%. Male literacy was 83.30% and female literacy was 57.34%.