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.

Here you can discover what makes Ghoghra unique in its vibrant Sakti-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Ghoghra’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 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.

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Population of Ghoghra

According to the 2011 Census, Ghoghra has a total population of about 668, with approximately 339 males and 329 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 43 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 269. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.96%, with male literacy at about 53.10% and female literacy near 38.60%. There are around 182 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghoghra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.