Gothra - Karahal, Sheopur
Gothra is a village situated in the Karahal tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karahal and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Gothara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothra is 451852. The village covers a total geographical area of 5958 hectares and falls under the 476337 pincode. Sheopur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gothra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gothra
As per Census 2011, Gothra village has a total population of 1,756 people, consisting of 909 males and 847 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 598 literate and 1,158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,578 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gothra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 909 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 211 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,578 | 812 | 766 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 378 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,158 | 531 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Gothra
Gothra 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 Gothra
Gothra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sheopur to Gothra is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gothra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothra 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 Gothra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothra 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gothra
Where is Gothra located?
Gothra village is located in Karahal Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gothra?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothra is Gothara.
What is the pincode of Gothra?
The pincode of Gothra is 476337.
What is the population of Gothra?
Gothra has a total population of 1,756, including 909 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Gothra?
There are 336 households in Gothra.
What is the literacy rate in Gothra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothra is 34.05%. Male literacy is 41.58% and female literacy is 25.97%.