Ghotge
Ghotge is a village located in Dodamarg tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kasai (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Ghotage is the gram panchayat of Ghotge village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghotge unique in its vibrant Dodamarg-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Ghotge’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghotge
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghotge is 566956. The village spans a total geographical area of 554.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416512. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Ghotge village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
Google Map of Ghotge
Population of Ghotge
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotge has a total population of about 981, with approximately 473 males and 508 females. The sex ratio is around 1073 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.51%, with male literacy at about 85.41% and female literacy near 74.02%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghotge's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 981 | 473 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 49 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 780 | 404 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 69 | 132 |
Connectivity of Ghotge
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghotge. As per the 2011 stats, Ghotge had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghotge
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghotge helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghotge.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghotge
- Where is Ghotge located?
- Ghotge village is situated in Dodamarg Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghotge?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghotge is Ghotage (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghotge?
- The pincode of Ghotge is 416512, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghotge as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghotge is 981, with 473 males and 508 females.
- How many households are there in Ghotge as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghotge village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghotge as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghotge is 79.51%. The male literacy rate is 85.41%, while the female literacy rate is 74.02%.