Ghagara East - Gohpur, Biswanath
Ghagara East is a village situated in the Gohpur subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Solengiguri serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Ghagara East village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghagara East is 287293. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.07 hectares and falls under the 784168 pincode.
Ghagara East village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gohpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghagara East
According to the 2011 Census, Ghagara East village had a total population of 712 people, including 348 males and 364 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.78%, with male literacy at 95.25% and female literacy at 86.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
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 | 712 | 348 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 32 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 84 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 301 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 47 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Ghagara East
Ghagara East 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 Ghagara East
Public transport in the Ghagara East is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghagara East.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Ghagara East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghagara East 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghagara East
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghagara East 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghagara East
Where is Ghagara East located?
Ghagara East village is located in Gohpur Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Ghagara East?
The Gaon Panchayat of Ghagara East is Solengiguri.
What is the pincode of Ghagara East?
The pincode of Ghagara East is 784168.
What is the population of Ghagara East?
Ghagara East had a total population of 712, including 348 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Ghagara East?
Ghagara East had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagara East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghagara East was 90.78%. Male literacy was 95.25% and female literacy was 86.09%.