Ghotage - Kudal, Sindhudurg
Ghotage is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Ghotage village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotage is 566735. The village covers a total geographical area of 1643.25 hectares and falls under the 416632 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Ghotage village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghotage
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotage village had a total population of 1,550 people, including 743 males and 807 females, living in 406 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.49%, with male literacy at 89.04% and female literacy at 70.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,550 | 743 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 593 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 150 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotage
Ghotage 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 Ghotage
Public transport in the Ghotage is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sawantwadi to Ghotage is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Ghotage is about 38 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 Ghotage
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotage village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghotage
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotage village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghotage
Where is Ghotage located?
Ghotage village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotage?
Ghotage is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghotage?
The pincode of Ghotage is 416632.
What is the population of Ghotage?
Ghotage had a total population of 1,550, including 743 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Ghotage?
Ghotage had 406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotage was 79.49%. Male literacy was 89.04% and female literacy was 70.93%.