Gothos - Kudal, Sindhudurg
Gothos is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Gothos village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothos is 566758. The village covers a total geographical area of 1359.31 hectares and falls under the 416519 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gothos 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 Gothos
As per Census 2011, Gothos village has a total population of 1,548 people, consisting of 743 males and 805 females. The village has 372 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,081 literate and 467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gothos are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,548 | 743 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 76 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 580 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 163 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Gothos
Gothos 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nileli | East | 2.20 km |
| Wados | South | 2.84 km |
| Nivaje | West | 3.39 km |
| Amberi | South-West | 4.54 km |
| More | South-East | 5.31 km |
| Girgaon | North | 5.58 km |
| Kanduli | South | 5.68 km |
| Ghavanale | South-West | 5.90 km |
| Khocharewadi | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Chafeli | East | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gothos
Gothos is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Zarap, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.2 km.
| 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 Gothos is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Gothos is about 28 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 Gothos
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothos village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gothos
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothos village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gothos
Where is Gothos located?
Gothos village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gothos?
Gothos is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gothos?
The pincode of Gothos is 416519.
What is the population of Gothos?
Gothos has a total population of 1,548, including 743 males and 805 females.
How many households are there in Gothos?
There are 372 households in Gothos.
What is the literacy rate in Gothos?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothos is 69.83%. Male literacy is 78.06% and female literacy is 62.24%.