Goti - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Goti is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Gorti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goti is 042606. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Goti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goti
According to the 2011 Census, Goti village had a total population of 713 people, including 337 males and 376 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.83%, with male literacy at 97.45% and female literacy at 66.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 366.
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 | 713 | 337 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 62 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 178 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 268 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 69 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Goti
Goti 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 Goti
Goti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Goti is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Goti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goti 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 Goti
Where is Goti located?
Goti village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Goti?
The Gram Panchayat of Goti is Gorti.
What is the pincode of Goti?
The pincode of Goti is 246475.
What is the population of Goti?
Goti had a total population of 713, including 337 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Goti?
Goti had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goti was 80.83%. Male literacy was 97.45% and female literacy was 66.97%.