Ghoghsa - Halsi, Lakhisarai
Ghoghsa is a village situated in the Halsi subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Halsi and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Dhira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoghsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghsa is 243756. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.1 hectares and falls under the 811311 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ghoghsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghoghsa
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoghsa village had a total population of 2,692 people, including 1,401 males and 1,291 females, living in 439 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.24%, with male literacy at 93.45% and female literacy at 76.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 2,692 | 1,401 | 1,291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 210 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,952 | 1,113 | 839 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 288 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghsa
Ghoghsa 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 Ghoghsa
Public transport in the Ghoghsa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Ghoghsa is about 27 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 Ghoghsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoghsa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoghsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoghsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ghoghsa
Where is Ghoghsa located?
Ghoghsa village is located in Halsi Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghoghsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoghsa is Dhira.
What is the pincode of Ghoghsa?
The pincode of Ghoghsa is 811311.
What is the population of Ghoghsa?
Ghoghsa had a total population of 2,692, including 1,401 males and 1,291 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghsa?
Ghoghsa had 439 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghsa was 85.24%. Male literacy was 93.45% and female literacy was 76.34%.