Gorthan
About Gorthan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gorthan village is 551304. Gorthan village is located in Niphad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Niphad (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Gorthan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 333 hectares. Gorthan has a total population of 1,338 peoples, out of which male population is 686 while female population is 652. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 950 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gorthan village is 67.41% out of which 73.18% males and 61.35% females are literate. There are about 250 houses in gorthan village.
When it comes to administration, Gorthan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gorthan village comes under Niphad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dindori Lok Sabha constituency. Nashik is nearest town to gorthan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
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Population of Gorthan
The population details of Gorthan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,338 | 686 | 652 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 201 | 106 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 490 | 236 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 902 | 502 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 184 | 252 |
Connectivity of Gorthan
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gorthan
Where is Gorthan located?
Gorthan village is situated in Niphad Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorthan?
Gorthan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gorthan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorthan is 1,338, with 686 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Gorthan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gorthan village has a total of 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorthan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorthan is 67.41%. The male literacy rate is 73.18%, while the female literacy rate is 61.35%.