Gota - Ghansaur, Seoni
Gota is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Andiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gota is 496267. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.28 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Ghansaur is the nearest town, located about 114 km away.
Gota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gota
According to the 2011 Census, Gota village had a total population of 171 people, including 83 males and 88 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.86%, with male literacy at 69.86% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
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 | 171 | 83 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 32 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Gota
Gota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singarpur | East | 0.92 km |
| Kusmi | West | 1.13 km |
| Kukri | North | 2.07 km |
| Bamhani | East | 2.26 km |
| Sudamapur | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Andiya | West | 2.72 km |
| Phulehra | North | 3.30 km |
| Kedarpur | North | 3.40 km |
| Machhariya | South | 3.80 km |
| Chinga | West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gota
Gota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nidhani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghansaur to Gota is about 114 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Gota is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gota 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gota
Where is Gota located?
Gota village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gota?
The Gram Panchayat of Gota is Andiya.
What is the pincode of Gota?
The pincode of Gota is 480997.
What is the population of Gota?
Gota had a total population of 171, including 83 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Gota?
Gota had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gota was 64.86%. Male literacy was 69.86% and female literacy was 60.00%.