Ghotya - Khargone, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ghotya is a village situated in the Khargone tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Khargone, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ghotya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotya is 477546. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.98 hectares and falls under the 451440 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghotya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ghotya
As per Census 2011, Ghotya village has a total population of 2,528 people, consisting of 1,296 males and 1,232 females. The village has 539 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,560 literate and 968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghotya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,528 | 1,296 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 139 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 113 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,560 | 942 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 968 | 354 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotya
Ghotya 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 Ghotya
Ghotya 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 | 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 Khargone to Ghotya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghotya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghotya
Where is Ghotya located?
Ghotya village is located in Khargone Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotya?
Ghotya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghotya?
The pincode of Ghotya is 451440.
What is the population of Ghotya?
Ghotya has a total population of 2,528, including 1,296 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Ghotya?
There are 539 households in Ghotya.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotya is 61.71%. Male literacy is 72.69% and female literacy is 50.16%.