Ghota - Barshitakli, Akola
Ghota is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Ghota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghota is 530570. The village covers a total geographical area of 930.12 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghota
As per Census 2011, Ghota village has a total population of 1,605 people, consisting of 835 males and 770 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,285 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,605 | 835 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 81 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 153 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,285 | 702 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 133 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Ghota
Ghota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Janori | East | 2.85 km |
| Sonkhas | West | 3.39 km |
| Dharagiri | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Wirahit | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Mahagaon | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Kanadi | North | 4.16 km |
| Ghonga | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Kasarkhed | South | 5.43 km |
| Pangavhan | East | 5.45 km |
| Lohagaon | South-East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghota
Ghota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Ghota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Ghota is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghota 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 Ghota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghota
Where is Ghota located?
Ghota village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghota?
Ghota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghota?
The pincode of Ghota is 444107.
What is the population of Ghota?
Ghota has a total population of 1,605, including 835 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Ghota?
There are 369 households in Ghota.
What is the literacy rate in Ghota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghota is 80.06%. Male literacy is 84.07% and female literacy is 75.71%.