Gothangaon - Chimur, Chandrapur
Gothangaon is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Gadpipari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothangaon is 540386. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.82 hectares and falls under the 442903 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Gothangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gothangaon
As per Census 2011, Gothangaon village has a total population of 246 people, consisting of 125 males and 121 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gothangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 246 | 125 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 83 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 42 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gothangaon
Gothangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasaba Pipari Rith | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Puyardand | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Hattibodi | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Gadpipari | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Chichala Shastri | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Khapari (majara) Rith | West | 3.25 km |
| Vakarla | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Pandharwani | North | 3.69 km |
| Navegaon Doye | East | 3.86 km |
| Khursapar Rith | East | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gothangaon
Public transport in the Gothangaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhiwapur, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 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 Warora to Gothangaon is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Gothangaon is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gothangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gothangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothangaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gothangaon
Where is Gothangaon located?
Gothangaon village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gothangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothangaon is Gadpipari.
What is the pincode of Gothangaon?
The pincode of Gothangaon is 442903.
What is the population of Gothangaon?
Gothangaon has a total population of 246, including 125 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Gothangaon?
There are 63 households in Gothangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gothangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothangaon is 63.82%. Male literacy is 66.40% and female literacy is 61.16%.