Ghagara West - Gohpur, Biswanath
Ghagara West is a village situated in the Gohpur subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Solengiguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghagara West village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghagara West is 287292. The village falls under the 784168 pincode.
Ghagara West village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 West
As per Census 2011, Ghagara West village has a total population of 1,270 people, consisting of 647 males and 623 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghagara West are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,270 | 647 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 93 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 80 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 434 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 213 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Ghagara West
Ghagara West 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 West
Public transport in the Ghagara West is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghagara West.
| 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 West
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghagara West 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghagara West
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 West village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghagara West
Where is Ghagara West located?
Ghagara West village is located in Gohpur Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghagara West?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghagara West is Solengiguri.
What is the pincode of Ghagara West?
The pincode of Ghagara West is 784168.
What is the population of Ghagara West?
Ghagara West has a total population of 1,270, including 647 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Ghagara West?
There are 262 households in Ghagara West.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagara West?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghagara West is 58.82%. Male literacy is 67.08% and female literacy is 50.24%.