Ghota - Bhanupratappur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Ghota is a village situated in the Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanupratappur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Ghota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghota is 447551. The village covers a total geographical area of 1520.3 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ghota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghota
As per Census 2011, Ghota village has a total population of 1,473 people, consisting of 714 males and 759 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 758 literate and 715 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,027 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,473 | 714 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 86 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,027 | 500 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 433 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 281 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Ghota
Ghota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohgaon | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Janakpur | South | 3.21 km |
| Kulhadkatta | North | 3.56 km |
| Ghodabatar | West | 3.79 km |
| Kewati | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Parwi | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Narayanpur | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Ranidongri | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Khora | East | 5.22 km |
| Ranwahi | North | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghota
Ghota 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 95.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Ghota is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Ghota is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghota 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 Ghota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghota
Where is Ghota located?
Ghota village is located in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghota?
Ghota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghota?
The pincode of Ghota is 494669.
What is the population of Ghota?
Ghota has a total population of 1,473, including 714 males and 759 females.
How many households are there in Ghota?
There are 327 households in Ghota.
What is the literacy rate in Ghota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghota is 51.46%. Male literacy is 60.64% and female literacy is 42.82%.