Ghotan
Ghotan is a village located in Shevgaon tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Shevgaon (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Ghotan village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghotan has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghotan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghotan is 557856. The village spans a total geographical area of 2157 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 414502. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Ghotan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 74km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghotan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shevgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghotan
Population of Ghotan
Below is a concise population overview of Ghotan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 4,069 | 2,107 | 1,962 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 288 | 244 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 214 | 228 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
Literate Population | 2,611 | 1,528 | 1,083 |
Illiterate Population | 1,458 | 579 | 879 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghotan village:
- The total population of Ghotan village is around 4,069, including approximately 2,107 males and 1,962 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 532 children aged 0–6 years in Ghotan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghotan village has 442 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 33 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghotan village is about 64.17%, with male literacy at 72.52% and female literacy at 55.20%.
- There are around 855 households in Ghotan village.
Connectivity of Ghotan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghotan. As per the 2011 stats, Ghotan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghotan
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghotan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghotan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghotan
- Where is Ghotan located?
- Ghotan village is situated in Shevgaon Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghotan?
- Ghotan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghotan?
- The pincode of Ghotan is 414502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghotan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghotan is 4,069, with 2,107 males and 1,962 females.
- How many households are there in Ghotan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghotan village has a total of 855 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghotan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghotan is 64.17%. The male literacy rate is 72.52%, while the female literacy rate is 55.20%.