Gorthan - Jawhar, Palghar
Gorthan is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from Jawhar and around 113 km from Thane. Gorthan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorthan is 551896. The village covers a total geographical area of 728 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gorthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorthan
As per Census 2011, Gorthan village has a total population of 932 people, consisting of 468 males and 464 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 903 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorthan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 932 | 468 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 69 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 903 | 452 | 451 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 301 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 167 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Gorthan
Gorthan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gorthan
Public transport in the Gorthan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jawhar to Gorthan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Gorthan is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorthan 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 Gorthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorthan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gorthan
Where is Gorthan located?
Gorthan village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorthan?
Gorthan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorthan?
The pincode of Gorthan is 401603.
What is the population of Gorthan?
Gorthan has a total population of 932, including 468 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Gorthan?
There are 220 households in Gorthan.
What is the literacy rate in Gorthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorthan is 58.15%. Male literacy is 64.32% and female literacy is 51.94%.