Ghatmunda
Ghatmunda is a village located in Kunkuri tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kunkuri (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Ghatmunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghatmunda has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur 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 Ghatmunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghatmunda is 434023. The village spans a total geographical area of 1408.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496225. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to Ghatmunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghatmunda 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 Kunkuri 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.
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Population of Ghatmunda
Below is a concise population overview of Ghatmunda 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 | 2,145 | 1,087 | 1,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 140 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,597 | 812 | 785 |
| Literate Population | 1,282 | 733 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 354 | 509 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghatmunda village:
- The total population of Ghatmunda village is around 2,145, including approximately 1,087 males and 1,058 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 269 children aged 0–6 years in Ghatmunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghatmunda village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,597 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghatmunda village is about 59.77%, with male literacy at 67.43% and female literacy at 51.89%.
- There are around 505 households in Ghatmunda village.
Connectivity of Ghatmunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghatmunda. As per the 2011 stats, Ghatmunda 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 Ghatmunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghatmunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghatmunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghatmunda
- Where is Ghatmunda located?
- Ghatmunda village is situated in Kunkuri Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghatmunda?
- Ghatmunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghatmunda?
- The pincode of Ghatmunda is 496225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghatmunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghatmunda is 2,145, with 1,087 males and 1,058 females.
- How many households are there in Ghatmunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghatmunda village has a total of 505 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghatmunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghatmunda is 59.77%. The male literacy rate is 67.43%, while the female literacy rate is 51.89%.