Gota - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Gota is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Gatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gota is 539053. The village covers a total geographical area of 782.96 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Gota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gota
According to the 2011 Census, Gota village had a total population of 192 people, including 109 males and 83 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 761 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.09%, with male literacy at 76.53% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 186.
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 | 192 | 109 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 105 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 75 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 34 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Gota
Gota 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 Gota
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Gota 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 Gota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gota 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gota
Where is Gota located?
Gota village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gota?
The Gram Panchayat of Gota is Gatta.
What is the pincode of Gota?
The pincode of Gota is 442606.
What is the population of Gota?
Gota had a total population of 192, including 109 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Gota?
Gota had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gota was 66.09%. Male literacy was 76.53% and female literacy was 52.63%.