Ghorsar - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Ghorsar is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Aurahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorsar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorsar is 227867. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 848213 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghorsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghorsar
As per Census 2011, Ghorsar village has a total population of 2,171 people, consisting of 1,143 males and 1,028 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 847 literate and 1,324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 665 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghorsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,171 | 1,143 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 235 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 665 | 347 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 847 | 570 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,324 | 573 | 751 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorsar
Ghorsar 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 Ghorsar
Public transport in the Ghorsar is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghorsar.
| 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 Rosera to Ghorsar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Ghorsar is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorsar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorsar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghorsar
Where is Ghorsar located?
Ghorsar village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorsar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorsar is Aurahi.
What is the pincode of Ghorsar?
The pincode of Ghorsar is 848213.
What is the population of Ghorsar?
Ghorsar has a total population of 2,171, including 1,143 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Ghorsar?
There are 489 households in Ghorsar.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorsar is 39.01%. Male literacy is 49.87% and female literacy is 26.95%.