Gothanya Khurd - Petlawad, Jhabua
Gothanya Khurd is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Mahudipada Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothanya Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothanya Khurd is 504328. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.87 hectares and falls under the 457773 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gothanya Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gothanya Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Gothanya Khurd village had a total population of 471 people, including 239 males and 232 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.92%, with male literacy at 69.90% and female literacy at 45.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 311.
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 | 471 | 239 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 161 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 137 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 102 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Gothanya Khurd
Gothanya 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 Gothanya Khurd
Gothanya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Gothanya Khurd is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Gothanya Khurd is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gothanya Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothanya 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 Gothanya 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 Gothanya Khurd 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 Gothanya Khurd
Where is Gothanya Khurd located?
Gothanya Khurd village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gothanya Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothanya Khurd is Mahudipada Kala.
What is the pincode of Gothanya Khurd?
The pincode of Gothanya Khurd is 457773.
What is the population of Gothanya Khurd?
Gothanya Khurd had a total population of 471, including 239 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Gothanya Khurd?
Gothanya Khurd had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gothanya Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothanya Khurd was 57.92%. Male literacy was 69.90% and female literacy was 45.50%.