Ghotai Khurd - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Ghotai Khurd 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 Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotai Khurd is 502147. The village covers a total geographical area of 481.93 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ghotai Khurd 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 Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotai Khurd village had a total population of 310 people, including 147 males and 163 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.90%, with male literacy at 72.31% and female literacy at 52.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 310 | 147 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 113 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 94 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 53 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotai Khurd
Ghotai Khurd 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 Khurd
Ghotai Khurd 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 Khurd 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotai Khurd 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghotai Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghotai Khurd
Where is Ghotai Khurd located?
Ghotai Khurd village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghotai Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotai Khurd is Kohka.
What is the pincode of Ghotai Khurd?
The pincode of Ghotai Khurd is 484881.
What is the population of Ghotai Khurd?
Ghotai Khurd had a total population of 310, including 147 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Ghotai Khurd?
Ghotai Khurd had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotai Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotai Khurd was 61.90%. Male literacy was 72.31% and female literacy was 52.45%.