Ghotni - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Ghotni is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Chakara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotni is 495345. The village covers a total geographical area of 549.52 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Sausar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghotni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghotni
As per Census 2011, Ghotni village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 98 males and 88 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghotni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 71 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 27 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotni
Ghotni 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 Ghotni
Ghotni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghotni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sausar to Ghotni is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Ghotni is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotni 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 Ghotni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghotni
Where is Ghotni located?
Ghotni village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotni?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotni is Chakara.
What is the pincode of Ghotni?
The pincode of Ghotni is 480111.
What is the population of Ghotni?
Ghotni has a total population of 186, including 98 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Ghotni?
There are 46 households in Ghotni.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotni is 68.82%. Male literacy is 72.45% and female literacy is 64.77%.