Gotkhindi - Walwa, Sangli
Gotkhindi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Gothkhindi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotkhindi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotkhindi is 568391. The village covers a total geographical area of 2070 hectares and falls under the 416301 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gotkhindi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gotkhindi
As per Census 2011, Gotkhindi village has a total population of 7,592 people, consisting of 3,901 males and 3,691 females. The village has 1,551 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 824 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,635 literate and 1,957 illiterate residents. Additionally, 841 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gotkhindi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,592 | 3,901 | 3,691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 461 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 841 | 421 | 420 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 5,635 | 3,064 | 2,571 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,957 | 837 | 1,120 |
Nearby Villages of Gotkhindi
Gotkhindi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bavchi | East | 2.99 km |
| Gatadwadi | North | 3.49 km |
| Yede Nipani | West | 3.96 km |
| Pokharni | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Malewadi | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Tujarpur | North-West | 4.61 km |
| Bhadkambe | South | 5.12 km |
| Ahirwadi | North | 5.98 km |
| Nagaon | South | 5.98 km |
| Padavalwadi | North-East | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gotkhindi
Gotkhindi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirloskarvadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Gotkhindi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Gotkhindi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gotkhindi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotkhindi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gotkhindi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotkhindi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gotkhindi
Where is Gotkhindi located?
Gotkhindi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotkhindi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotkhindi is Gothkhindi.
What is the pincode of Gotkhindi?
The pincode of Gotkhindi is 416301.
What is the population of Gotkhindi?
Gotkhindi has a total population of 7,592, including 3,901 males and 3,691 females.
How many households are there in Gotkhindi?
There are 1,551 households in Gotkhindi.
What is the literacy rate in Gotkhindi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotkhindi is 74.22%. Male literacy is 78.54% and female literacy is 69.66%.