Gotur
Gotur is a village located in Hukeri taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hukkeri (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Gotur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gotur unique in its vibrant Hukeri-Belgaum region. You’ll see Gotur’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 Gotur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gotur is 597575. The village spans a total geographical area of 469.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591221. Sankeshwar is nearest town to Gotur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Gotur
Population of Gotur
According to the 2011 Census, Gotur has a total population of about 4,172, with approximately 2,082 males and 2,090 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 583 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 496 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,249. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.32%, with male literacy at about 66.38% and female literacy near 52.30%. There are around 872 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gotur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,172 | 2,082 | 2,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 316 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 496 | 247 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,249 | 615 | 634 |
| Literate Population | 2,475 | 1,382 | 1,093 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,697 | 700 | 997 |
Connectivity of Gotur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gotur. As per the 2011 stats, Gotur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gotur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gotur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gotur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gotur
- Where is Gotur located?
- Gotur village is situated in Hukeri Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gotur?
- Gotur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gotur?
- The pincode of Gotur is 591221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gotur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gotur is 4,172, with 2,082 males and 2,090 females.
- How many households are there in Gotur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gotur village has a total of 872 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gotur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gotur is 59.32%. The male literacy rate is 66.38%, while the female literacy rate is 52.30%.