Gotgawan
Gotgawan is a village located in Pratappur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Gotgawa is the gram panchayat of Gotgawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gotgawan unique in its vibrant Pratappur-Surguja region. You’ll see Gotgawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gotgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gotgawan is 432261. The village spans a total geographical area of 486.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497223. Pratappur is nearest town to Gotgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Gotgawan
Population of Gotgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gotgawan has a total population of about 1,350, with approximately 672 males and 678 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 261 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,311. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.81%, with male literacy at about 45.24% and female literacy near 32.45%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gotgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,350 | 672 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 130 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,311 | 652 | 659 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 304 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 826 | 368 | 458 |
Connectivity of Gotgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gotgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Gotgawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gotgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gotgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gotgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gotgawan
- Where is Gotgawan located?
- Gotgawan village is situated in Pratappur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gotgawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gotgawan is Gotgawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gotgawan?
- The pincode of Gotgawan is 497223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gotgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gotgawan is 1,350, with 672 males and 678 females.
- How many households are there in Gotgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gotgawan village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gotgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gotgawan is 38.81%. The male literacy rate is 45.24%, while the female literacy rate is 32.45%.