Gohandra

Gohandra is a village located in Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kotma (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Goindra is the gram panchayat of Gohandra village.

Here you can discover what makes Gohandra unique in its vibrant Kotma-Anuppur region. You’ll see Gohandra’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 Gohandra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gohandra is 501721. The village spans a total geographical area of 272.72 hectares. Kotma is nearest town to Gohandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gohandra 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 Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gohandra

According to the 2011 Census, Gohandra has a total population of about 1,074, with approximately 561 males and 513 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 175 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 476. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.26%, with male literacy at about 65.42% and female literacy near 39.96%. There are around 274 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gohandra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,074 561 513
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 180 97 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 175 90 85
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 476 250 226
Literate Population 572 367 205
Illiterate Population 502 194 308

Connectivity of Gohandra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gohandra. As per the 2011 stats, Gohandra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gohandra

Knowing the nearby villages of Gohandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gohandra.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gohandra

Where is Gohandra located?
Gohandra village is situated in Kotma Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gohandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Gohandra is Goindra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gohandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gohandra is 1,074, with 561 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Gohandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gohandra village has a total of 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gohandra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gohandra is 53.26%. The male literacy rate is 65.42%, while the female literacy rate is 39.96%.