Gothangaon Village - Arjuni Morgaon, Gondia
Gothangaon is a village situated in the Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondia district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Arjuni Morgaon and around 80 km from Gondiya. Gothangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothangaon is 538228. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.7 hectares and falls under the 441702 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gothangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gothangaon
As per Census 2011, Gothangaon village has a total population of 2,023 people, consisting of 1,002 males and 1,021 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,554 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,064 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gothangaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,023 | 1,002 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 109 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 279 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,064 | 503 | 561 |
| Literate Population | 1,554 | 822 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 180 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Gothangaon
Gothangaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Sanjaynagar | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Kadholi | South | 2.16 km |
| Bondgaon | South | 2.20 km |
| Pratapgad | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Surban | South | 3.66 km |
| Gandhari | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Jarugata | South | 3.70 km |
| Kalimati | West | 3.97 km |
| Bortekadi (rithi) | North-West | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gothangaon
Gothangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barabhati, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.7 km.
| 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 Desaiganj to Gothangaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gondiya to Gothangaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gothangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gothangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothangaon 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 Gothangaon
Where is Gothangaon located?
Gothangaon village is located in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, Gondia district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gothangaon?
Gothangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gothangaon?
The pincode of Gothangaon is 441702.
What is the population of Gothangaon?
Gothangaon has a total population of 2,023, including 1,002 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Gothangaon?
There are 459 households in Gothangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gothangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothangaon is 76.82%. Male literacy is 82.04% and female literacy is 71.69%.