Ghurghat
Ghurghat is a village located in Siswan subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Siswan (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Ghurghat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghurghat unique in its vibrant Siswan-Siwan region. You’ll see Ghurghat’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 Ghurghat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghurghat is 232768. The village spans a total geographical area of 212 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 841210. Siwan is nearest town to Ghurghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Ghurghat
Population of Ghurghat
According to the 2011 Census, Ghurghat has a total population of about 4,180, with approximately 2,043 males and 2,137 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 685 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 359 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 157. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.32%, with male literacy at about 67.50% and female literacy near 47.59%. There are around 734 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghurghat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,180 | 2,043 | 2,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 685 | 341 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 73 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 2,396 | 1,379 | 1,017 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,784 | 664 | 1,120 |
Connectivity of Ghurghat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghurghat. As per the 2011 stats, Ghurghat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghurghat
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghurghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghurghat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghurghat
- Where is Ghurghat located?
- Ghurghat village is situated in Siswan Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghurghat?
- Ghurghat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghurghat?
- The pincode of Ghurghat is 841210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghurghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghurghat is 4,180, with 2,043 males and 2,137 females.
- How many households are there in Ghurghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghurghat village has a total of 734 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghurghat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghurghat is 57.32%. The male literacy rate is 67.50%, while the female literacy rate is 47.59%.