Ghaghwa - Madhubani, Pashchim Champaran
Ghaghwa is a village situated in the Madhubani subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhubani and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Barwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaghwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaghwa is 216991. The village covers a total geographical area of 713 hectares and falls under the 845104 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Ghaghwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghaghwa
As per Census 2011, Ghaghwa village has a total population of 4,945 people, consisting of 2,570 males and 2,375 females. The village has 802 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 972 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,035 literate and 2,910 illiterate residents. Additionally, 651 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghaghwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,945 | 2,570 | 2,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 972 | 536 | 436 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 651 | 343 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 2,035 | 1,226 | 809 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,910 | 1,344 | 1,566 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaghwa
Ghaghwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jungle Luathaha | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Jungle Siswa | South | 2.36 km |
| Barwa | West | 2.39 km |
| Jungle Pachrukhia | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Barawa Mishrauli | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Kuber Patti | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Jungle Bangali Patti | South | 3.79 km |
| Bajar Keraia | North | 3.84 km |
| Babhnauli | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Chauria | West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghaghwa
Ghaghwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kath Kuiyan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Ghaghwa is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Ghaghwa is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaghwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaghwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghaghwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaghwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghaghwa
Where is Ghaghwa located?
Ghaghwa village is located in Madhubani Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaghwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaghwa is Barwa.
What is the pincode of Ghaghwa?
The pincode of Ghaghwa is 845104.
What is the population of Ghaghwa?
Ghaghwa has a total population of 4,945, including 2,570 males and 2,375 females.
How many households are there in Ghaghwa?
There are 802 households in Ghaghwa.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaghwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaghwa is 41.15%. Male literacy is 47.70% and female literacy is 34.06%.