Ghotgaon
Ghotgaon is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Ghotgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghotgaon has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghotgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghotgaon is 552497. The village spans a total geographical area of 964 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Ghotgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghotgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghotgaon
Population of Ghotgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Ghotgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,710 | 833 | 877 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 111 | 134 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,196 | 574 | 622 |
Literate Population | 1,056 | 589 | 467 |
Illiterate Population | 654 | 244 | 410 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghotgaon village:
- The total population of Ghotgaon village is around 1,710, including approximately 833 males and 877 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 245 children aged 0–6 years in Ghotgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghotgaon village has 1,196 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghotgaon village is about 61.75%, with male literacy at 70.71% and female literacy at 53.25%.
- There are around 325 households in Ghotgaon village.
Connectivity of Ghotgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghotgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Ghotgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghotgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghotgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghotgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghotgaon
- Where is Ghotgaon located?
- Ghotgaon village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghotgaon?
- Ghotgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ghotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghotgaon is 1,710, with 833 males and 877 females.
- How many households are there in Ghotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghotgaon village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghotgaon is 61.75%. The male literacy rate is 70.71%, while the female literacy rate is 53.25%.