Ghughri - Bagicha, Jashpur
Ghughri is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Ghugharee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghughri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghughri is 433714. The village covers a total geographical area of 1216.6 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ghughri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghughri
As per Census 2011, Ghughri village has a total population of 2,257 people, consisting of 1,114 males and 1,143 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,286 literate and 971 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,822 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghughri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,257 | 1,114 | 1,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 146 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,822 | 884 | 938 |
| Literate Population | 1,286 | 728 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 971 | 386 | 585 |
Nearby Villages of Ghughri
Ghughri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rengola | West | 2.94 km |
| Kurrog | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Dhodharamba | East | 4.96 km |
| Mahuwadih | West | 5.02 km |
| Saraipani | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Marol | South-East | 5.61 km |
| Jabla | North | 5.83 km |
| Basen | North-West | 5.94 km |
| Ghoghar | South | 6.07 km |
| Gudalu | North-West | 6.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghughri
Ghughri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagicha to Ghughri is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Ghughri is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghughri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghughri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghughri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghughri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghughri
Where is Ghughri located?
Ghughri village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghughri?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghughri is Ghugharee.
What is the pincode of Ghughri?
The pincode of Ghughri is 496224.
What is the population of Ghughri?
Ghughri has a total population of 2,257, including 1,114 males and 1,143 females.
How many households are there in Ghughri?
There are 474 households in Ghughri.
What is the literacy rate in Ghughri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghughri is 56.98%. Male literacy is 65.35% and female literacy is 48.82%.