Ghaghra - Khairagarh, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Ghaghra is a village situated in the Khairagarh tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 38 km from Khairagarh and around 78 km from Rajnandgaon. Gatapar Jangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaghra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaghra is 440525. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 491881 pincode. Khairagarh is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ghaghra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghaghra
According to the 2011 Census, Ghaghra village had a total population of 34 people, including 19 males and 15 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 789 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.00%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 9.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaghra
Ghaghra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghaghra
Ghaghra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khairagarh to Ghaghra is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Ghaghra is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaghra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaghra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghaghra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaghra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghaghra
Where is Ghaghra located?
Ghaghra village is located in Khairagarh Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaghra?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaghra is Gatapar Jangal.
What is the pincode of Ghaghra?
The pincode of Ghaghra is 491881.
What is the population of Ghaghra?
Ghaghra had a total population of 34, including 19 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Ghaghra?
Ghaghra had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaghra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaghra was 36.00%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 9.09%.