Ghoramal - Takhatpur, Bilaspur
Ghoramal is a village situated in the Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Takhatpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Ghoramar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoramal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoramal is 438575. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.1 hectares and falls under the 495113 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghoramal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoramal
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoramal village had a total population of 1,305 people, including 676 males and 629 females, living in 301 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.61%, with male literacy at 82.94% and female literacy at 55.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,305 | 676 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 125 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 54 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 457 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 219 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoramal
Ghoramal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panda Kapa | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Marhi Kapa | East | 1.63 km |
| Lokband | North | 1.69 km |
| Kargi Kalan | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Mohtara | North | 2.73 km |
| Kargi Khurd | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Bija | South | 2.83 km |
| Bardwar | East | 3.01 km |
| Salhekapa | West | 3.19 km |
| Deotari | South-West | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoramal
Ghoramal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Takhatpur to Ghoramal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Ghoramal is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoramal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoramal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoramal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoramal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghoramal
Where is Ghoramal located?
Ghoramal village is located in Takhatpur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghoramal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoramal is Ghoramar.
What is the pincode of Ghoramal?
The pincode of Ghoramal is 495113.
What is the population of Ghoramal?
Ghoramal had a total population of 1,305, including 676 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Ghoramal?
Ghoramal had 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoramal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoramal was 69.61%. Male literacy was 82.94% and female literacy was 55.95%.