Ghoghari
Ghoghari is a village located in Malkharoda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Malkharoda (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Ghoghari village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghoghari unique in its vibrant Malkharoda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Ghoghari’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 Ghoghari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghoghari is 437318. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495691. Dabhra is nearest town to Ghoghari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghoghari 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 Jaijaipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghoghari
Population of Ghoghari
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoghari has a total population of about 1,389, with approximately 675 males and 714 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 148 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 238. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.31%, with male literacy at about 77.93% and female literacy near 55.32%. There are around 274 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghoghari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,389 | 675 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 97 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 66 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 115 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 526 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 149 | 319 |
Connectivity of Ghoghari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghoghari. As per the 2011 stats, Ghoghari 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghari
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghoghari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghoghari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghoghari
- Where is Ghoghari located?
- Ghoghari village is situated in Malkharoda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghari?
- Ghoghari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghoghari?
- The pincode of Ghoghari is 495691, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghoghari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghoghari is 1,389, with 675 males and 714 females.
- How many households are there in Ghoghari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghoghari village has a total of 274 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghoghari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghoghari is 66.31%. The male literacy rate is 77.93%, while the female literacy rate is 55.32%.