Ghotala - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Ghotala is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Ghotala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotala is 599776. The village covers a total geographical area of 1973.66 hectares and falls under the 585327 pincode. Basavakalyan is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ghotala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghotala
As per Census 2011, Ghotala village has a total population of 4,169 people, consisting of 2,058 males and 2,111 females. The village has 847 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,383 literate and 1,786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 464 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,461 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghotala are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotala
Ghotala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagadalwadi | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Ramteerth (k) | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Jajanmugli | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Manhalli | South | 4.52 km |
| Dhaktiwadi | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Chandakpur | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Talmod | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Korali | North | 5.31 km |
| Umapur | East | 5.49 km |
| Thorliwadi | South-West | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghotala
Ghotala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalki, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basavakalyan to Ghotala is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Ghotala is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghotala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghotala
Where is Ghotala located?
Ghotala village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotala?
Ghotala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghotala?
The pincode of Ghotala is 585327.
What is the population of Ghotala?
Ghotala has a total population of 4,169, including 2,058 males and 2,111 females.
How many households are there in Ghotala?
There are 847 households in Ghotala.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotala is 57.16%. Male literacy is 65.65% and female literacy is 48.89%.