Gotan

Gotan is a village located in Raina Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.4km away from sub-district headquarter Shyamsundar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Gotan village. As per 2009 stats, Gotan village is also a gram panchayat.

Gotan has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gotan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gotan is 321045. The village spans a total geographical area of 406.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712410. Arambag is nearest town to Gotan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

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Population of Gotan

Below is a concise population overview of Gotan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,458 2,246 2,212
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 492 225 267
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,391 1,163 1,228
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 44 18 26
Literate Population 2,882 1,592 1,290
Illiterate Population 1,576 654 922

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gotan village:

  • The total population of Gotan village is around 4,458, including approximately 2,246 males and 2,212 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 492 children aged 0–6 years in Gotan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gotan village has 2,391 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 44 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gotan village is about 64.65%, with male literacy at 70.88% and female literacy at 58.32%.
  • There are around 1,053 households in Gotan village.

Connectivity of Gotan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gotan. As per the 2011 stats, Gotan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Gotan

Knowing the nearby villages of Gotan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gotan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gotan

Where is Gotan located?
Gotan village is situated in Raina Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotan?
Gotan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gotan?
The pincode of Gotan is 712410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gotan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gotan is 4,458, with 2,246 males and 2,212 females.
How many households are there in Gotan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gotan village has a total of 1,053 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gotan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gotan is 64.65%. The male literacy rate is 70.88%, while the female literacy rate is 58.32%.