Gotikheda - Tamia, Chhindwara
Gotikheda is a village situated in the Tamia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamia and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Chakhla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotikheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotikheda is 493735. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.07 hectares and falls under the 480559 pincode. Neuton Chikhli Kalan is the nearest town.
Gotikheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junnardeo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhindwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gotikheda
According to the 2011 Census, Gotikheda village had a total population of 117 people, including 53 males and 64 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,208 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.07%, with male literacy at 47.37% and female literacy at 45.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 117.
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 | 117 | 53 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 53 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 35 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Gotikheda
Gotikheda 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 Gotikheda
Gotikheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chhindwara to Gotikheda is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gotikheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotikheda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gotikheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotikheda 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 Gotikheda
Where is Gotikheda located?
Gotikheda village is located in Tamia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotikheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotikheda is Chakhla.
What is the pincode of Gotikheda?
The pincode of Gotikheda is 480559.
What is the population of Gotikheda?
Gotikheda had a total population of 117, including 53 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Gotikheda?
Gotikheda had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gotikheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotikheda was 46.07%. Male literacy was 47.37% and female literacy was 45.10%.