Gothamuhan - Mahanga, Cuttack
Gothamuhan is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Kaitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothamuhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothamuhan is 399479. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 754023 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gothamuhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gothamuhan
According to the 2011 Census, Gothamuhan village had a total population of 845 people, including 443 males and 402 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.27%, with male literacy at 95.12% and female literacy at 80.74%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 845 | 443 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 370 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 73 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Gothamuhan
Gothamuhan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gothamuhan
Public transport in the Gothamuhan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gothamuhan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Cuttack to Gothamuhan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Gothamuhan is about 35 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 Gothamuhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothamuhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gothamuhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothamuhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gothamuhan
Where is Gothamuhan located?
Gothamuhan village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gothamuhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothamuhan is Kaitha.
What is the pincode of Gothamuhan?
The pincode of Gothamuhan is 754023.
What is the population of Gothamuhan?
Gothamuhan had a total population of 845, including 443 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Gothamuhan?
Gothamuhan had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gothamuhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothamuhan was 88.27%. Male literacy was 95.12% and female literacy was 80.74%.