Gothinda - Tharali, Chamoli
Gothinda is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Gothinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothinda is 041697. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.6 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Gothinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gothinda
According to the 2011 Census, Gothinda village had a total population of 128 people, including 58 males and 70 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,207 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.99%, with male literacy at 97.96% and female literacy at 85.48%.
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 | 128 | 58 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Gothinda
Gothinda 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 Gothinda
Public transport in the Gothinda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Gothinda is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gothinda is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gothinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothinda 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 Gothinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gothinda
Where is Gothinda located?
Gothinda village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gothinda?
Gothinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gothinda?
The pincode of Gothinda is 246481.
What is the population of Gothinda?
Gothinda had a total population of 128, including 58 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Gothinda?
Gothinda had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gothinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothinda was 90.99%. Male literacy was 97.96% and female literacy was 85.48%.