Ghodagaon - Kondagaon
Ghodagaon is a village situated in the Kondagaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Kondagaon and around 47 km from Jagdalpur. Ghodagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodagaon is 448777. The village covers a total geographical area of 2948.24 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghodagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kondagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodagaon
As per Census 2011, Ghodagaon village has a total population of 2,297 people, consisting of 1,184 males and 1,113 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,008 literate and 1,289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,781 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,297 | 1,184 | 1,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 187 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 78 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,781 | 897 | 884 |
| Literate Population | 1,008 | 655 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,289 | 529 | 760 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodagaon
Ghodagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Makadi | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Bakel | South | 4.34 km |
| Badeusari | North | 4.46 km |
| Bhanpuri | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Vishrampuri | East | 5.34 km |
| Kungarpal | South-West | 5.85 km |
| Besoli | South-East | 6.11 km |
| Mohlai | West | 6.81 km |
| Murkuchi | East | 7.65 km |
| Joba | North | 7.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodagaon
Ghodagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bade Arapur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Ghodagaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Ghodagaon is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodagaon 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 Ghodagaon
Where is Ghodagaon located?
Ghodagaon village is located in Kondagaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodagaon?
Ghodagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodagaon?
The pincode of Ghodagaon is 494226.
What is the population of Ghodagaon?
Ghodagaon has a total population of 2,297, including 1,184 males and 1,113 females.
How many households are there in Ghodagaon?
There are 461 households in Ghodagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodagaon is 43.88%. Male literacy is 55.32% and female literacy is 31.72%.