Goutampur
Goutampur is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 154km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Vishnupur is the gram panchayat of Goutampur village.
Here you can discover what makes Goutampur unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Goutampur’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 Goutampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goutampur is 448381. The village spans a total geographical area of 472.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495116. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Goutampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Goutampur 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 Antagarh 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.
Google Map of Goutampur
Population of Goutampur
According to the 2011 Census, Goutampur has a total population of about 483, with approximately 233 males and 250 females. The sex ratio is around 1072 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. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.80%, with male literacy at about 70.82% and female literacy near 59.20%. There are around 102 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goutampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 483 | 233 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 165 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 68 | 102 |
Connectivity of Goutampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goutampur. As per the 2011 stats, Goutampur 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 Goutampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Goutampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goutampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goutampur
- Where is Goutampur located?
- Goutampur village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goutampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goutampur is Vishnupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goutampur?
- The pincode of Goutampur is 495116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goutampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goutampur is 483, with 233 males and 250 females.
- How many households are there in Goutampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goutampur village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goutampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goutampur is 64.80%. The male literacy rate is 70.82%, while the female literacy rate is 59.20%.