Gota - Ramanaguda, Rayagada
Gota is a village situated in the Ramanaguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from Gunupur and around 65 km from Rayagada . Gogupadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gota is 426736. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 765029 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gota
As per Census 2011, Gota village has a total population of 383 people, consisting of 190 males and 193 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 366 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 190 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 366 | 182 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 41 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 149 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Gota
Gota 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 Gota
Gota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Gota is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gota is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gota
Where is Gota located?
Gota village is located in Ramanaguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gota?
The Gram Panchayat of Gota is Gogupadu.
What is the pincode of Gota?
The pincode of Gota is 765029.
What is the population of Gota?
Gota has a total population of 383, including 190 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Gota?
There are 87 households in Gota.
What is the literacy rate in Gota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gota is 18.02%. Male literacy is 21.58% and female literacy is 14.51%.