Ghotai Kalan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Ghotai Kalan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Kohka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotai Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotai Kalan is 502148. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.46 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ghotai Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghotai Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotai Kalan village had a total population of 494 people, including 252 males and 242 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.93%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 47.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 435.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 252 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 220 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 136 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 116 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotai Kalan
Ghotai Kalan 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 Ghotai Kalan
Ghotai Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Ghotai Kalan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotai Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotai Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghotai Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotai Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghotai Kalan
Where is Ghotai Kalan located?
Ghotai Kalan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghotai Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotai Kalan is Kohka.
What is the pincode of Ghotai Kalan?
The pincode of Ghotai Kalan is 484881.
What is the population of Ghotai Kalan?
Ghotai Kalan had a total population of 494, including 252 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Ghotai Kalan?
Ghotai Kalan had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotai Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotai Kalan was 56.93%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 47.00%.