Gotpur
Gotpur is a village located in Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from Kanker, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gotpur village. As per 2009 stats, Gotpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gotpur unique in its vibrant Kanker-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Gotpur’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 Gotpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gotpur is 447873. The village spans a total geographical area of 301.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494334. Kanker is nearest town to Gotpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
As per 2019 stats, Gotpur village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Gotpur
Population of Gotpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gotpur has a total population of about 906, with approximately 446 males and 460 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 483. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.76%, with male literacy at about 77.58% and female literacy near 60.22%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gotpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 906 | 446 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 235 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 346 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 100 | 183 |
Connectivity of Gotpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gotpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gotpur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gotpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gotpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gotpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gotpur
- Where is Gotpur located?
- Gotpur village is situated in Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gotpur?
- Gotpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gotpur?
- The pincode of Gotpur is 494334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gotpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gotpur is 906, with 446 males and 460 females.
- How many households are there in Gotpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gotpur village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gotpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gotpur is 68.76%. The male literacy rate is 77.58%, while the female literacy rate is 60.22%.