Ghoghar
Ghoghar is a village located in Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Bagicha (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Ghoghar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghoghar unique in its vibrant Bagicha-Jashpur region. You’ll see Ghoghar’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 Ghoghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghoghar is 433715. The village spans a total geographical area of 3130.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496223. Bagicha is nearest town to Ghoghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghoghar 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 Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghoghar
Population of Ghoghar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoghar has a total population of about 4,676, with approximately 2,328 males and 2,348 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 691 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 256 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,768. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.83%, with male literacy at about 63.02% and female literacy near 46.72%. There are around 993 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghoghar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,676 | 2,328 | 2,348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 691 | 356 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 113 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,768 | 1,897 | 1,871 |
| Literate Population | 2,564 | 1,467 | 1,097 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,112 | 861 | 1,251 |
Connectivity of Ghoghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghoghar. As per the 2011 stats, Ghoghar 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 Ghoghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghoghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghoghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghoghar
- Where is Ghoghar located?
- Ghoghar village is situated in Bagicha Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghar?
- Ghoghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghoghar?
- The pincode of Ghoghar is 496223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghoghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghoghar is 4,676, with 2,328 males and 2,348 females.
- How many households are there in Ghoghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghoghar village has a total of 993 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghoghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghoghar is 54.83%. The male literacy rate is 63.02%, while the female literacy rate is 46.72%.