Gota - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Gota is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Gohata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gota is 451392. The village covers a total geographical area of 2289 hectares and falls under the 476332 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gota
As per Census 2011, Gota village has a total population of 4,481 people, consisting of 2,491 males and 1,990 females. The village has 932 households and a sex ratio of 798 females per 1,000 males. There are 716 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,212 literate and 2,269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 649 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,481 | 2,491 | 1,990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 716 | 389 | 327 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 367 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 2,212 | 1,481 | 731 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,269 | 1,010 | 1,259 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Medawali | East | 1.44 km |
| Pachnaya | North | 1.76 km |
| Bichpuri | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Arusta | West | 2.21 km |
| Daudpur | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Jaipura | East | 2.66 km |
| Gurja | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Khurdwara | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Laxmanpura Bijepur | South | 2.88 km |
| Gopalpura | North-East | 3.02 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 Bijaipur Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaypur to Gota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Gota is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gota
Where is Gota located?
Gota village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gota?
The Gram Panchayat of Gota is Gohata.
What is the pincode of Gota?
The pincode of Gota is 476332.
What is the population of Gota?
Gota has a total population of 4,481, including 2,491 males and 1,990 females.
How many households are there in Gota?
There are 932 households in Gota.
What is the literacy rate in Gota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gota is 49.36%. Male literacy is 59.45% and female literacy is 36.73%.