Ghontha
Ghontha is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Bhimpuri is the gram panchayat of Ghontha village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghontha unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Durg region. You’ll see Ghontha’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 Ghontha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghontha is 441720. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491337. Nawagarh is nearest town to Ghontha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Ghontha
Population of Ghontha
According to the 2011 Census, Ghontha has a total population of about 747, with approximately 378 males and 369 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 167 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 48.59%, with male literacy at about 59.79% and female literacy near 37.13%. There are around 170 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghontha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 747 | 378 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 65 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 363 | 226 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 152 | 232 |
Connectivity of Ghontha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghontha. As per the 2011 stats, Ghontha 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghontha
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghontha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghontha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghontha
- Where is Ghontha located?
- Ghontha village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghontha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghontha is Bhimpuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghontha?
- The pincode of Ghontha is 491337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghontha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghontha is 747, with 378 males and 369 females.
- How many households are there in Ghontha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghontha village has a total of 170 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghontha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghontha is 48.59%. The male literacy rate is 59.79%, while the female literacy rate is 37.13%.