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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ghot village had a total population of 3,885 people, including 2,007 males and 1,878 females, living in 966 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.97%, with male literacy at 90.01% and female literacy at 73.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 329, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 821.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Ghot?
Ghot is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghot?
The pincode of Ghot is 442604.
What is the population of Ghot?
Ghot had a total population of 3,885, including 2,007 males and 1,878 females.
How many households are there in Ghot?
Ghot had 966 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghot was 81.97%. Male literacy was 90.01% and female literacy was 73.35%.