Ghoghra
Ghoghra is a village located in Sakti tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sakti (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Mohgaon is the gram panchayat of Ghoghra village.
Ghoghra has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghoghra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghoghra is 436918. The village spans a total geographical area of 240.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495689. Sakti is nearest town to Ghoghra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghoghra 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 Sakri 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 Ghoghra
Population of Ghoghra
Below is a concise population overview of Ghoghra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 668 | 339 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 131 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 180 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 159 | 202 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghoghra village:
- The total population of Ghoghra village is around 668, including approximately 339 males and 329 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Ghoghra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghoghra village has 43 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 269 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghoghra village is about 45.96%, with male literacy at 53.10% and female literacy at 38.60%.
- There are around 182 households in Ghoghra village.
Connectivity of Ghoghra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghoghra. As per the 2011 stats, Ghoghra 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 Ghoghra
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghoghra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghoghra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghoghra
- Where is Ghoghra located?
- Ghoghra village is situated in Sakti Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghoghra is Mohgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghoghra?
- The pincode of Ghoghra is 495689, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghoghra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghoghra is 668, with 339 males and 329 females.
- How many households are there in Ghoghra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghoghra village has a total of 182 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghoghra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghoghra is 45.96%. The male literacy rate is 53.10%, while the female literacy rate is 38.60%.