Ghotala
Ghotala is a village located in Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Basavakalyan (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Ghotala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghotala unique in its vibrant Basavakalyan-Bidar region. You’ll see Ghotala’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 Ghotala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghotala is 599776. The village spans a total geographical area of 1973.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585419. Basavakalyan is nearest town to Ghotala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghotala 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 Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bidar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghotala
Population of Ghotala
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotala has a total population of about 4,169, with approximately 2,058 males and 2,111 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 538 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 464 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,461. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.16%, with male literacy at about 65.65% and female literacy near 48.89%. There are around 847 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghotala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,169 | 2,058 | 2,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 258 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 230 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,461 | 715 | 746 |
| Literate Population | 2,383 | 1,351 | 1,032 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,786 | 707 | 1,079 |
Connectivity of Ghotala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghotala. As per the 2011 stats, Ghotala 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghotala
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghotala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghotala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghotala
- Where is Ghotala located?
- Ghotala village is situated in Basavakalyan Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghotala?
- Ghotala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghotala?
- The pincode of Ghotala is 585419, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghotala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghotala is 4,169, with 2,058 males and 2,111 females.
- How many households are there in Ghotala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghotala village has a total of 847 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghotala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghotala is 57.16%. The male literacy rate is 65.65%, while the female literacy rate is 48.89%.