Gothawa - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Gothawa is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Gothava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothawa is 176918. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.66 hectares and falls under the 272153 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gothawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gothawa
As per Census 2011, Gothawa village has a total population of 794 people, consisting of 397 males and 397 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gothawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 794 | 397 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 66 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 264 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 133 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Gothawa
Gothawa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Amariya | West | 0.67 km |
| Dadia Khurd | South | 0.88 km |
| Dulahi | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Riwa Nankar | North | 1.16 km |
| Bairawa Nankar | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Sangal Dip | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Patakhauli | West | 1.69 km |
| Harani Khurd | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Itauwa | North | 1.73 km |
| Dadia Tal | South-East | 1.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gothawa
Gothawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Uska Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Gothawa is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Gothawa is about 30 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 Gothawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gothawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothawa 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 Gothawa
Where is Gothawa located?
Gothawa village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gothawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothawa is Gothava.
What is the pincode of Gothawa?
The pincode of Gothawa is 272153.
What is the population of Gothawa?
Gothawa has a total population of 794, including 397 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Gothawa?
There are 108 households in Gothawa.
What is the literacy rate in Gothawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothawa is 52.52%. Male literacy is 66.50% and female literacy is 38.54%.