Ghotewadi - Sinnar, Nashik
Ghotewadi is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Ghotewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotewadi is 551259. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059 hectares and falls under the 422103 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Ghotewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghotewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotewadi village had a total population of 1,823 people, including 940 males and 883 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.87%, with male literacy at 84.18% and female literacy at 67.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,823 | 940 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 112 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,217 | 697 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 243 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotewadi
Ghotewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kahandalwadi | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Nirhale | West | 3.05 km |
| Fulenagar | North | 3.44 km |
| Fattepur | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Paregaon Bk. | South | 4.15 km |
| Gulapur | West | 4.29 km |
| Chincholi Gurav | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Marhal Kh. | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Pangari Kh | North-West | 5.82 km |
| Wavi | North | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghotewadi
Ghotewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sainagar Shirdi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.4 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 Sinnar to Ghotewadi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Ghotewadi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghotewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghotewadi
Where is Ghotewadi located?
Ghotewadi village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotewadi?
Ghotewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghotewadi?
The pincode of Ghotewadi is 422103.
What is the population of Ghotewadi?
Ghotewadi had a total population of 1,823, including 940 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Ghotewadi?
Ghotewadi had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotewadi was 75.87%. Male literacy was 84.18% and female literacy was 67.01%.