Gotur - Kalagi, Kalaburagi
Gotur is a village situated in the Kalagi taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from Chitapur and around 40 km from Gulbarga. Gotor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotur is 620604. The village covers a total geographical area of 1365.66 hectares and falls under the 585312 pincode. Chitapur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gotur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chincholi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gotur
As per Census 2011, Gotur village has a total population of 2,152 people, consisting of 1,063 males and 1,089 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,165 literate and 987 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gotur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,152 | 1,063 | 1,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 144 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 218 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 659 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 987 | 404 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Gotur
Gotur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gotur
Gotur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chitapur to Gotur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Gotur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gotur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gotur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gotur
Where is Gotur located?
Gotur village is located in Kalagi Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotur is Gotor.
What is the pincode of Gotur?
The pincode of Gotur is 585312.
What is the population of Gotur?
Gotur has a total population of 2,152, including 1,063 males and 1,089 females.
How many households are there in Gotur?
There are 403 households in Gotur.
What is the literacy rate in Gotur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotur is 54.14%. Male literacy is 61.99% and female literacy is 46.46%.