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.
Gorthan 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Gorthan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorthan village:
- The total population of Gorthan village is around 932, including approximately 468 males and 464 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Gorthan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gorthan village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 903 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gorthan village is about 58.15%, with male literacy at 64.32% and female literacy at 51.94%.
- There are around 220 households in Gorthan village.
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%.