Ghoti - Karmala, Solapur
Ghoti is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ghoti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoti is 561882. The village covers a total geographical area of 1983 hectares and falls under the 413251 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoti
As per Census 2011, Ghoti village has a total population of 3,139 people, consisting of 1,652 males and 1,487 females. The village has 643 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,968 literate and 1,171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 605 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,139 | 1,652 | 1,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 209 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 308 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 1,968 | 1,174 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,171 | 478 | 693 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoti
Ghoti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathurdi | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Sade | North | 4.75 km |
| Malwadi | South-West | 4.99 km |
| Warkute | East | 5.00 km |
| Alsunde | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Nimbhore | West | 5.69 km |
| Warkatne | North-West | 7.36 km |
| Bhogewadi | South-East | 7.70 km |
| Kem | South | 7.72 km |
| Ropale Kavhe | South-East | 8.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoti
Ghoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kem, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Ghoti is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ghoti is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghoti
Where is Ghoti located?
Ghoti village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoti?
Ghoti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghoti?
The pincode of Ghoti is 413251.
What is the population of Ghoti?
Ghoti has a total population of 3,139, including 1,652 males and 1,487 females.
How many households are there in Ghoti?
There are 643 households in Ghoti.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoti is 62.70%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 53.40%.