Ghotage
Ghotage is a village located in Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Kudal (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Ghotage village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghotage unique in its vibrant Kudal-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Ghotage’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 Ghotage
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghotage is 566735. The village spans a total geographical area of 1643.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416539. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Ghotage village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Ghotage
Population of Ghotage
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotage has a total population of about 1,550, with approximately 743 males and 807 females. The sex ratio is around 1086 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 43 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.26%, with male literacy at about 79.81% and female literacy near 65.30%. There are around 406 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghotage's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,550 | 743 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 593 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 150 | 280 |
Connectivity of Ghotage
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghotage. As per the 2011 stats, Ghotage 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghotage
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghotage helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghotage.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghotage
- Where is Ghotage located?
- Ghotage village is situated in Kudal Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghotage?
- Ghotage serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghotage?
- The pincode of Ghotage is 416539, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghotage as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghotage is 1,550, with 743 males and 807 females.
- How many households are there in Ghotage as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghotage village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghotage as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghotage is 72.26%. The male literacy rate is 79.81%, while the female literacy rate is 65.30%.