Ghotka

Ghotka is a village located in Loha tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Loha (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Ghotka village is also a gram panchayat.

Ghotka has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Ghotka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghotka is 545314. The village spans a total geographical area of 1079 hectares. Loha is nearest town to Ghotka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ghotka 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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ghotka

Below is a concise population overview of Ghotka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,766 933 833
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 282 147 135
Scheduled Castes (SC) 651 339 312
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 8 6
Literate Population 854 526 328
Illiterate Population 912 407 505

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghotka village:

  • The total population of Ghotka village is around 1,766, including approximately 933 males and 833 females, with a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 282 children aged 0–6 years in Ghotka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghotka village has 651 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ghotka village is about 48.36%, with male literacy at 56.38% and female literacy at 39.38%.
  • There are around 370 households in Ghotka village.

Connectivity of Ghotka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghotka. As per the 2011 stats, Ghotka 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 Ghotka

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghotka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghotka.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghotka

Where is Ghotka located?
Ghotka village is situated in Loha Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotka?
Ghotka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Ghotka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghotka is 1,766, with 933 males and 833 females.
How many households are there in Ghotka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghotka village has a total of 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghotka is 48.36%. The male literacy rate is 56.38%, while the female literacy rate is 39.38%.