Ghot - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Ghot is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Ghot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghot is 539387. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.85 hectares and falls under the 442604 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Ghot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghot
As per Census 2011, Ghot village has a total population of 3,885 people, consisting of 2,007 males and 1,878 females. The village has 966 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,900 literate and 985 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 821 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,885 | 2,007 | 1,878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 176 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 159 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 821 | 405 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 2,900 | 1,648 | 1,252 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 359 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Ghot
Ghot 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 Ghot
Ghot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Ghot is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghot 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghot
Where is Ghot located?
Ghot village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghot?
Ghot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghot?
The pincode of Ghot is 442604.
What is the population of Ghot?
Ghot has a total population of 3,885, including 2,007 males and 1,878 females.
How many households are there in Ghot?
There are 966 households in Ghot.
What is the literacy rate in Ghot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghot is 74.65%. Male literacy is 82.11% and female literacy is 66.67%.