Ghanta - Gobindpur, Nawada
Ghanta is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Baksauti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghanta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanta is 257891. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 805126 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ghanta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghanta
According to the 2011 Census, Ghanta village had a total population of 189 people, including 95 males and 94 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.07%, with male literacy at 71.08% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 36 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanta
Ghanta 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 Ghanta
Public transport in the Ghanta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Ghanta is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghanta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghanta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghanta
Where is Ghanta located?
Ghanta village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghanta is Baksauti.
What is the pincode of Ghanta?
The pincode of Ghanta is 805126.
What is the population of Ghanta?
Ghanta had a total population of 189, including 95 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Ghanta?
Ghanta had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanta was 67.07%. Male literacy was 71.08% and female literacy was 62.96%.