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Gnotuk

VIC 3260 • Victoria

120
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
19.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCar-Dependent

About Gnotuk

Gnotuk is a small rural locality in south-west Victoria, situated within the Corangamite Shire on the volcanic plains around 8 kilometres north of Camperdown and approximately 185 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. The locality spans about 19.6 square kilometres and had a population of 120 at the 2021 Census. Its name comes from the nearby Lake Gnotuk, one of the region's distinctive volcanic crater lakes formed thousands of years ago by ancient volcanic activity.

The Camperdown area is known for its network of scenic volcanic crater lakes, rolling green pastoral hills, and a strong dairy farming tradition. Gnotuk residents rely on Camperdown — a well-serviced regional town — for their everyday needs, including shops, schools, and medical services. The locality sits in the heart of dairy country and offers a relaxed rural lifestyle with the natural beauty of the Western District's volcanic landscape on the doorstep.

Gnotuk falls under postcode 3260 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3260
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.21°, 143.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.58 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach via Camperdown — Melbourne (Southern Cross Station) Approx. 2h 30min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
185 km
By Train
No direct service; V/Line coach from Camperdown to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
2h 10min–2h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 00min–2h 15min

🛣️ Hamilton Highway and Princes Highway are the main routes; car is essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local services; residents drive to Camperdown for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
120
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gnotuk known for? +

Gnotuk is known for its proximity to Lake Gnotuk, a scenic volcanic crater lake near Camperdown, and for being part of Victoria's Western District dairy farming region on the ancient volcanic plains.

How far is Gnotuk from Melbourne CBD? +

Gnotuk is approximately 185 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, roughly a 2-hour drive via the Princes Highway or Hamilton Highway.

Does Gnotuk have public transport? +

Gnotuk has no local rail or bus services. The nearest V/Line connections are from Camperdown (approximately 8km away), where coach services run to Melbourne and Colac.

What is the population of Gnotuk? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gnotuk has a population of 120 residents spread across approximately 20 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Gnotuk a good place to live? +

Gnotuk offers a quiet pastoral lifestyle near the scenic volcanic lakes district around Camperdown, ideal for those who enjoy rural living, wide open landscapes, and a close-knit farming community, with services available in Camperdown.

What is the postcode for Gnotuk? +

The postcode for Gnotuk, Victoria is 3260.