Gautamgaon - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Gautamgaon is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Punas serves as the Village Panchayat for Gautamgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gautamgaon is 565889. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gautamgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gautamgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gautamgaon village had a total population of 343 people, including 159 males and 184 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,157 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.68%, with male literacy at 90.85% and female literacy at 68.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245.
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 | 343 | 159 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 111 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 30 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Gautamgaon
Gautamgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Virgaon | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Punas | West | 1.79 km |
| Kurne | East | 1.82 km |
| Ramane | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Chafet | North | 2.54 km |
| Ghadashigaon | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Upale | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Gavane | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Padyar | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Pateregaon | East | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gautamgaon
Gautamgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nivasar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ratnagiri to Gautamgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gautamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gautamgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gautamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gautamgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gautamgaon
Where is Gautamgaon located?
Gautamgaon village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gautamgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Gautamgaon is Punas.
What is the pincode of Gautamgaon?
The pincode of Gautamgaon is 416712.
What is the population of Gautamgaon?
Gautamgaon had a total population of 343, including 159 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Gautamgaon?
Gautamgaon had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gautamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gautamgaon was 78.68%. Male literacy was 90.85% and female literacy was 68.93%.