Ghorpholia - Sonari, Charaideo
Ghorpholia is a village situated in the Sonari subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from Sonari and around 25 km from Sivasagar. Hollow Phukon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorpholia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorpholia is 292989. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.54 hectares and falls under the 785690 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ghorpholia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahmora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghorpholia
According to the 2011 Census, Ghorpholia village had a total population of 523 people, including 281 males and 242 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.87%, with male literacy at 94.09% and female literacy at 82.63%.
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 | 523 | 281 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 239 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 42 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorpholia
Ghorpholia 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 Ghorpholia
Ghorpholia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghorpholia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonari to Ghorpholia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Ghorpholia is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorpholia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorpholia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorpholia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorpholia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghorpholia
Where is Ghorpholia located?
Ghorpholia village is located in Sonari Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorpholia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorpholia is Hollow Phukon.
What is the pincode of Ghorpholia?
The pincode of Ghorpholia is 785690.
What is the population of Ghorpholia?
Ghorpholia had a total population of 523, including 281 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Ghorpholia?
Ghorpholia had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorpholia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorpholia was 88.87%. Male literacy was 94.09% and female literacy was 82.63%.