Gheghta
Gheghta is a village located in Sonepur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sonepur (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Govind Chak is the gram panchayat of Gheghta village.
Here you can discover what makes Gheghta unique in its vibrant Sonepur-Saran region. You’ll see Gheghta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gheghta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gheghta is 234511. The village spans a total geographical area of 55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 841101. Sonepur is nearest town to Gheghta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Gheghta
Population of Gheghta
According to the 2011 Census, Gheghta has a total population of about 2,182, with approximately 1,150 males and 1,032 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 398 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.07%, with male literacy at about 68.52% and female literacy near 48.55%. There are around 340 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gheghta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,182 | 1,150 | 1,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 205 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,289 | 788 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 362 | 531 |
Connectivity of Gheghta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gheghta. As per the 2011 stats, Gheghta 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 Gheghta
Knowing the nearby villages of Gheghta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gheghta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gheghta
- Where is Gheghta located?
- Gheghta village is situated in Sonepur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gheghta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gheghta is Govind Chak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gheghta?
- The pincode of Gheghta is 841101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gheghta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gheghta is 2,182, with 1,150 males and 1,032 females.
- How many households are there in Gheghta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gheghta village has a total of 340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gheghta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gheghta is 59.07%. The male literacy rate is 68.52%, while the female literacy rate is 48.55%.