Ghoti - Kinwat, Nanded
Ghoti is a village situated in the Kinwat tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kinwat and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Ghoti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoti is 544272. The village covers a total geographical area of 1118.01 hectares and falls under the 431804 pincode. Kinwat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ghoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoti
As per Census 2011, Ghoti village has a total population of 2,117 people, consisting of 1,124 males and 993 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,501 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 624 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,117 | 1,124 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 133 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 324 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 156 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 1,501 | 883 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 241 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoti
Ghoti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkapur | West | 2.02 km |
| Sirmeti | East | 2.54 km |
| Kamthala | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Kherda | West | 3.32 km |
| Kharbi | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Sewalal Nagar | West | 5.45 km |
| Bhimpur | East | 5.63 km |
| Loni | North-West | 5.99 km |
| Ambadi | North-East | 6.26 km |
| Takali | South-West | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoti
Public transport in the Ghoti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambari, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.5 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 Kinwat to Ghoti is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Ghoti is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghoti
Where is Ghoti located?
Ghoti village is located in Kinwat Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoti?
Ghoti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghoti?
The pincode of Ghoti is 431804.
What is the population of Ghoti?
Ghoti has a total population of 2,117, including 1,124 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Ghoti?
There are 489 households in Ghoti.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoti is 70.90%. Male literacy is 78.56% and female literacy is 62.24%.