Ghoghara
Ghoghara is a village located in Bilha tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bilha (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Ghoghara village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghoghara has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Ghoghara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghoghara is 439005. The village spans a total geographical area of 324.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495224. Bilha is nearest town to Ghoghara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghoghara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bilha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghoghara
Population of Ghoghara
Below is a concise population overview of Ghoghara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 773 | 376 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 58 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 77 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 233 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 143 | 252 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghoghara village:
- The total population of Ghoghara village is around 773, including approximately 376 males and 397 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 136 children aged 0–6 years in Ghoghara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghoghara village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 165 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghoghara village is about 48.90%, with male literacy at 61.97% and female literacy at 36.52%.
- There are around 170 households in Ghoghara village.
Connectivity of Ghoghara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghoghara. As per the 2011 stats, Ghoghara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghara
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghoghara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghoghara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghoghara
- Where is Ghoghara located?
- Ghoghara village is situated in Bilha Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghara?
- Ghoghara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghoghara?
- The pincode of Ghoghara is 495224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghoghara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghoghara is 773, with 376 males and 397 females.
- How many households are there in Ghoghara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghoghara village has a total of 170 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghoghara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghoghara is 48.90%. The male literacy rate is 61.97%, while the female literacy rate is 36.52%.