Tamot - Goharganj, Raisen
Tamot is a village situated in the Goharganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goharganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Tamot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamot is 484298. The village covers a total geographical area of 1316.81 hectares and falls under the 464990 pincode. Obedullaganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Tamot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tamot
As per Census 2011, Tamot village has a total population of 4,135 people, consisting of 2,204 males and 1,931 females. The village has 878 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 515 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,770 literate and 1,365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 771 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tamot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,135 | 2,204 | 1,931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 291 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 771 | 418 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 116 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 2,770 | 1,649 | 1,121 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,365 | 555 | 810 |
Nearby Villages of Tamot
Tamot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaithar | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Daudpur | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Beel Khedi | East | 2.92 km |
| Bhounrasa | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Intkhedi | North | 3.64 km |
| Genhu Kheda | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Muhasa | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Singaldeep | North | 3.89 km |
| Bhanpura | South | 4.08 km |
| Parkhedi | North-West | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tamot
Tamot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Obaidulla Ganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Obedullaganj to Tamot is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Tamot is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tamot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tamot
Where is Tamot located?
Tamot village is located in Goharganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tamot?
Tamot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tamot?
The pincode of Tamot is 464990.
What is the population of Tamot?
Tamot has a total population of 4,135, including 2,204 males and 1,931 females.
How many households are there in Tamot?
There are 878 households in Tamot.
What is the literacy rate in Tamot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamot is 66.99%. Male literacy is 74.82% and female literacy is 58.05%.