Ghaghat

Ghaghat is a village located in Sirdala subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sirdala (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Ghaghat village is also a gram panchayat.

Ghaghat has its own place in the vibrant Nawada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ghaghat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghaghat is 258292. The village spans a total geographical area of 1100 hectares. Hisua is nearest town to Ghaghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Ghaghat

Below is a concise population overview of Ghaghat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,789 2,925 2,864
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,104 567 537
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,073 1,012 1,061
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 2,251 1,427 824
Illiterate Population 3,538 1,498 2,040

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghaghat village:

  • The total population of Ghaghat village is around 5,789, including approximately 2,925 males and 2,864 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,104 children aged 0–6 years in Ghaghat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghaghat village has 2,073 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ghaghat village is about 38.88%, with male literacy at 48.79% and female literacy at 28.77%.
  • There are around 750 households in Ghaghat village.

Connectivity of Ghaghat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghaghat. As per the 2011 stats, Ghaghat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghaghat

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghaghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghaghat.

Lohgarwa Barahkol Pukhariyakol Thamkola Marrhi Kalaunda Bhitiya Ghat Bakshila Nawadih Majhauli Rajaundh Shahpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghaghat

Where is Ghaghat located?
Ghaghat village is situated in Sirdala Subdivision, within the Nawada district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaghat?
Ghaghat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Ghaghat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghaghat is 5,789, with 2,925 males and 2,864 females.
How many households are there in Ghaghat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghaghat village has a total of 750 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaghat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghaghat is 38.88%. The male literacy rate is 48.79%, while the female literacy rate is 28.77%.