Ghotamandly - Khategaon, Dewas
Ghotamandly is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 152 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Maachwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotamandly village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotamandly is 474367. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.3 hectares and falls under the 455336 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town.
Ghotamandly village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghotamandly
As per Census 2011, Ghotamandly village has a total population of 288 people, consisting of 141 males and 147 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 265 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghotamandly are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 141 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 132 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 95 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotamandly
Ghotamandly is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingapani | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Palasi | South | 3.54 km |
| Khata Mahu | North | 3.79 km |
| Donglapani | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Itawa Khurd | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Machwas | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Ratanpur | South | 5.51 km |
| Chandpura | South | 6.26 km |
| Niwardi | West | 6.50 km |
| Gadiya | North | 6.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghotamandly
Ghotamandly is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sehore, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dewas to Ghotamandly is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotamandly
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotamandly 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 Ghotamandly
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotamandly 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 Ghotamandly
Where is Ghotamandly located?
Ghotamandly village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotamandly?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotamandly is Maachwas.
What is the pincode of Ghotamandly?
The pincode of Ghotamandly is 455336.
What is the population of Ghotamandly?
Ghotamandly has a total population of 288, including 141 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Ghotamandly?
There are 48 households in Ghotamandly.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotamandly?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotamandly is 33.33%. Male literacy is 32.62% and female literacy is 34.01%.