Ghughwa - Patan, Durg
Ghughwa is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Ghughwa K serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghughwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghughwa is 442660. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.81 hectares and falls under the 491111 pincode. Bhilai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ghughwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghughwa
As per Census 2011, Ghughwa village has a total population of 1,034 people, consisting of 505 males and 529 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 703 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghughwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,034 | 505 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 56 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 380 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 125 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Ghughwa
Ghughwa 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 Ghughwa
Ghughwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghughwa.
| 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 Bhilai to Ghughwa is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Ghughwa 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 Ghughwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghughwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghughwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghughwa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghughwa
Where is Ghughwa located?
Ghughwa village is located in Patan Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghughwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghughwa is Ghughwa K.
What is the pincode of Ghughwa?
The pincode of Ghughwa is 491111.
What is the population of Ghughwa?
Ghughwa has a total population of 1,034, including 505 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Ghughwa?
There are 208 households in Ghughwa.
What is the literacy rate in Ghughwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghughwa is 67.99%. Male literacy is 75.25% and female literacy is 61.06%.