Gothangaon
Gothangaon is a village located in Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kurkheda (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Gothangaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gothangaon unique in its vibrant Kurkheda-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Gothangaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gothangaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gothangaon is 538631. The village spans a total geographical area of 936.41 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Gothangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Gothangaon
Population of Gothangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gothangaon has a total population of about 1,485, with approximately 744 males and 741 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 56 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 243. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.81%, with male literacy at about 82.53% and female literacy near 67.07%. There are around 367 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gothangaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,485 | 744 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 81 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 117 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 1,111 | 614 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 130 | 244 |
Connectivity of Gothangaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gothangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gothangaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gothangaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gothangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gothangaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gothangaon
- Where is Gothangaon located?
- Gothangaon village is situated in Kurkheda Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gothangaon?
- Gothangaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gothangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gothangaon is 1,485, with 744 males and 741 females.
- How many households are there in Gothangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gothangaon village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gothangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gothangaon is 74.81%. The male literacy rate is 82.53%, while the female literacy rate is 67.07%.