Ghorpithia - Shahkund, Bhagalpur
Ghorpithia is a village situated in the Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkund and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Jagaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorpithia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorpithia is 239793. The village covers a total geographical area of 349 hectares and falls under the 813108 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Ghorpithia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghorpithia
According to the 2011 Census, Ghorpithia village had a total population of 3,694 people, including 1,891 males and 1,803 females, living in 799 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.22%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 59.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 749.
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 | 3,694 | 1,891 | 1,803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 618 | 308 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 749 | 373 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,037 | 1,147 | 890 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,657 | 744 | 913 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorpithia
Ghorpithia 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 Ghorpithia
Ghorpithia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghorpithia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Ghorpithia is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorpithia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorpithia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorpithia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorpithia 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 Ghorpithia
Where is Ghorpithia located?
Ghorpithia village is located in Shahkund Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorpithia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorpithia is Jagaria.
What is the pincode of Ghorpithia?
The pincode of Ghorpithia is 813108.
What is the population of Ghorpithia?
Ghorpithia had a total population of 3,694, including 1,891 males and 1,803 females.
How many households are there in Ghorpithia?
Ghorpithia had 799 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorpithia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorpithia was 66.22%. Male literacy was 72.46% and female literacy was 59.61%.