Ghaghar - Sherghati, Gaya
Ghaghar is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Dhab Chiraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaghar is 256285. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghaghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghaghar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghaghar village had a total population of 2,182 people, including 1,110 males and 1,072 females, living in 386 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.61%, with male literacy at 63.69% and female literacy at 49.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 817.
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 | 2,182 | 1,110 | 1,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 215 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 817 | 408 | 409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 570 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,184 | 540 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaghar
Ghaghar 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 Ghaghar
Ghaghar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Ghaghar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Ghaghar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghaghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaghar 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 Ghaghar
Where is Ghaghar located?
Ghaghar village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaghar is Dhab Chiraiya.
What is the pincode of Ghaghar?
The pincode of Ghaghar is 824211.
What is the population of Ghaghar?
Ghaghar had a total population of 2,182, including 1,110 males and 1,072 females.
How many households are there in Ghaghar?
Ghaghar had 386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaghar was 56.61%. Male literacy was 63.69% and female literacy was 49.31%.