Ghotpadi - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Ghotpadi is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 198 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Parayanar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotpadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotpadi is 539812. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 198 km away.
Ghotpadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghotpadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotpadi village had a total population of 109 people, including 54 males and 55 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.89%, with male literacy at 47.62% and female literacy at 13.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 20 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 34 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotpadi
Ghotpadi 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 Ghotpadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghotpadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Ghotpadi is about 198 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotpadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotpadi 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 Ghotpadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotpadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghotpadi
Where is Ghotpadi located?
Ghotpadi village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotpadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotpadi is Parayanar.
What is the pincode of Ghotpadi?
The pincode of Ghotpadi is 442710.
What is the population of Ghotpadi?
Ghotpadi had a total population of 109, including 54 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Ghotpadi?
Ghotpadi had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotpadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotpadi was 29.89%. Male literacy was 47.62% and female literacy was 13.33%.