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.
Google Map of Gotan
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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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) |
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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%.