Khosetola - Goregaon, Gondia
Khosetola is a village situated in the Goregaon tehsil of Gondia district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Goregaon and around 32 km from Gondiya. Tumsar serves as the Village Panchayat for Khosetola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khosetola is 537700. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.67 hectares and falls under the 441807 pincode. Gondiya is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khosetola 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 Khosetola
According to the 2011 Census, Khosetola village had a total population of 848 people, including 438 males and 410 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.84%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 81.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 848 | 438 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 372 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 66 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Khosetola
Khosetola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chimantola | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Tumsar | South | 1.05 km |
| Hiratola | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Kopitola | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Hausitola | South | 2.88 km |
| Changotola | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Gidhadi | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Chopa | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Kalimati | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Bamhani | West | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khosetola
Khosetola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.9 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 Gondiya to Khosetola is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khosetola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khosetola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khosetola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khosetola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khosetola
Where is Khosetola located?
Khosetola village is located in Goregaon Tehsil, Gondia district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khosetola?
The Village Panchayat of Khosetola is Tumsar.
What is the pincode of Khosetola?
The pincode of Khosetola is 441807.
What is the population of Khosetola?
Khosetola had a total population of 848, including 438 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Khosetola?
Khosetola had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khosetola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khosetola was 87.84%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 81.43%.