Gorthan
Gorthan is a village located in Jawhar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Jawhar (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gorthan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorthan unique in its vibrant Jawhar-Thane region. You’ll see Gorthan’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 Gorthan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorthan is 551896. The village spans a total geographical area of 728 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401603. Jawhar is nearest town to Gorthan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Gorthan
Population of Gorthan
According to the 2011 Census, Gorthan has a total population of about 932, with approximately 468 males and 464 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 903. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.15%, with male literacy at about 64.32% and female literacy near 51.94%. There are around 220 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorthan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 932 | 468 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 69 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 903 | 452 | 451 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 301 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 167 | 223 |
Connectivity of Gorthan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorthan. As per the 2011 stats, Gorthan 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 Gorthan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorthan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorthan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorthan
- Where is Gorthan located?
- Gorthan village is situated in Jawhar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorthan?
- Gorthan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorthan?
- The pincode of Gorthan is 401603, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorthan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorthan is 932, with 468 males and 464 females.
- How many households are there in Gorthan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorthan village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorthan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorthan is 58.15%. The male literacy rate is 64.32%, while the female literacy rate is 51.94%.