Ghotia
Ghotia is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Ghotiya is the gram panchayat of Ghotia village.
Ghotia has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghotia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghotia is 447528. The village spans a total geographical area of 523.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Ghotia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghotia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Ghotia
Below is a concise population overview of Ghotia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 971 | 450 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 77 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 589 | 269 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 343 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 107 | 237 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghotia village:
- The total population of Ghotia village is around 971, including approximately 450 males and 521 females, with a sex ratio of 1157 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Ghotia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghotia village has 173 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 589 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghotia village is about 64.57%, with male literacy at 76.22% and female literacy at 54.51%.
- There are around 207 households in Ghotia village.
Connectivity of Ghotia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghotia. As per the 2011 stats, Ghotia 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 Ghotia
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghotia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghotia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghotia
- Where is Ghotia located?
- Ghotia village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghotia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghotia is Ghotiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghotia?
- The pincode of Ghotia is 494669, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghotia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghotia is 971, with 450 males and 521 females.
- How many households are there in Ghotia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghotia village has a total of 207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghotia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghotia is 64.57%. The male literacy rate is 76.22%, while the female literacy rate is 54.51%.