Ghoragaon - Nagri, Dhamtari
Ghoragaon is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Bhothli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoragaon is 447361. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.14 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghoragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoragaon village had a total population of 235 people, including 112 males and 123 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 86.87% and female literacy at 54.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 235.
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 | 235 | 112 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 112 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 86 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 26 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoragaon
Ghoragaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoragaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghoragaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Ghoragaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Ghoragaon is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghoragaon
Where is Ghoragaon located?
Ghoragaon village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghoragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoragaon is Bhothli.
What is the pincode of Ghoragaon?
The pincode of Ghoragaon is 493778.
What is the population of Ghoragaon?
Ghoragaon had a total population of 235, including 112 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Ghoragaon?
Ghoragaon had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoragaon was 70.00%. Male literacy was 86.87% and female literacy was 54.95%.