Gothangaon
Gothangaon is a village located in Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Arjuni Morgaon (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Gothangaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Gothangaon has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gothangaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gothangaon is 538228. The village spans a total geographical area of 611.7 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Gothangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gothangaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gothangaon
Population of Gothangaon
Below is a concise population overview of Gothangaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gothangaon village:
- The total population of Gothangaon village is around 2,023, including approximately 1,002 males and 1,021 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 213 children aged 0–6 years in Gothangaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gothangaon village has 566 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,064 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gothangaon village is about 76.82%, with male literacy at 82.04% and female literacy at 71.69%.
- There are around 459 households in Gothangaon village.
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 Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya 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 2,023, with 1,002 males and 1,021 females.
- How many households are there in Gothangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gothangaon village has a total of 459 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gothangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gothangaon is 76.82%. The male literacy rate is 82.04%, while the female literacy rate is 71.69%.