Ghorasahan
Ghorasahan is a Town and Subdivision in Purba Champaran District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Ghorasahan Block (CD) is 01038. The total area of Ghorasahan Subdivision is 135 km². Ghorasahan has a sex ratio of approximately 895 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Ghorasahan Subdivision
Ghorasahan Subdivision has a total of 28 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Ghorasahan Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amwa | Bishunpur | Dhaka (25 km) |
| 2 | Bagahi Bhelwa | Vijayee | Dhaka (20 km) |
| 3 | Bakuliya | Barwa Kala | Dhaka (28 km) |
| 4 | Barwa Kalan | Barwa Kala | Dhaka (27 km) |
| 5 | Barwa Khurd | Shripur | Dhaka (20 km) |
| 6 | Basantpur | Samanpur | Dhaka (29 km) |
| 7 | Bhagwanpur Kotwa | Ghorasahan North | Dhaka (20 km) |
| 8 | Bijai | Vijayee | Dhaka (20 km) |
| 9 | Bishunpur | Bishunpur | Dhaka (18 km) |
| 10 | Champapur Ghughua Khap | Vijayee | Ghorasahan |
| 11 | Champapur Koiriya | Vijayee | Dhaka (20 km) |
| 12 | Champapur Sapaha | Baghahi Bhelwa | Dhaka (20 km) |
| 13 | Ghorasahan Urf Kotwa | Ghorasahan North | Dhaka (17 km) |
| 14 | Ghughua | Barwa Kala | Dhaka (30 km) |
| 15 | Gurmia | Gurmiya | Dhaka (20 km) |
| 16 | Jamunia Kawaia | Jharokhar | Dhaka (20 km) |
| 17 | Jharokhar | Jharokhar | Dhaka (26 km) |
| 18 | Kadamwa | Kadamawa | Dhaka (15 km) |
| 19 | Khurahia | Jharokhar | Dhaka (18 km) |
| 20 | Kotwa Urf Ghorasahan | Ghorasahan North | Ghorasahan |
| 21 | Laukhan | Laukhan | Dhaka (14 km) |
| 22 | Mohuahi Marshudabad | Gurmiya | Dhaka (20 km) |
| 23 | Nonaura | Gurmiya | Dhaka (19 km) |
| 24 | Purnahia | Purainiya | Dhaka (15 km) |
| 25 | Rajwara | Kadamawa | Dhaka (15 km) |
| 26 | Samanpur | Samanpur | Dhaka (30 km) |
| 27 | Singhrahiya | Samanpur | Dhaka (23 km) |
| 28 | Siripur Urf Bhagwanpur | Shripur | Dhaka (20 km) |
Population of Ghorasahan Subdivision
The population profile of Ghorasahan Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Ghorasahan Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,74,864 | 1,74,864 | N/A |
| Male Population | 92,262 | 92,262 | N/A |
| Female Population | 82,602 | 82,602 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 35,350 | 35,350 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18,184 | 18,184 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17,166 | 17,166 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 76,256 | 76,256 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 48,955 | 48,955 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 27,301 | 27,301 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 98,608 | 98,608 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 43,307 | 43,307 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 55,301 | 55,301 | N/A |
| Total Households | 30,396 | 30,396 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,74,864 people. Includes nearly 92,262 males and 82,602 females. Rural population is about 1,74,864 people.
- There are around 35,350 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 18,184 boys and 17,166 girls.
- Literate population is about 76,256 people. Non-literate population is around 98,608 people.
- There are nearly 30,396 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Ghorasahan Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 18,746 | 18,746 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 9,846 | 9,846 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 8,900 | 8,900 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 52 | 52 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 35 | 35 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 17 | 17 | N/A |
| Population Density | 1,292 / km² | 1,292 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ghorasahan Subdivision is approximately 18,746 people, including 9,846 males and 8,900 females. Around 18,746 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ghorasahan Subdivision is about 52 people, including 35 males and 17 females. Around 52 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,292 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 1,292 people per sq. km.