Ghaghara
Ghaghara is a village located in Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kharsia (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Ghaghara village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghaghara has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Ghaghara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghaghara is 435215. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496661. Kharsia is nearest town to Ghaghara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghaghara 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 Kharsia 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 Ghaghara
Population of Ghaghara
Below is a concise population overview of Ghaghara 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 | 1,354 | 661 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 92 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 72 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 469 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 192 | 289 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghaghara village:
- The total population of Ghaghara village is around 1,354, including approximately 661 males and 693 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Ghaghara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghaghara village has 164 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghaghara village is about 64.48%, with male literacy at 70.95% and female literacy at 58.30%.
- There are around 348 households in Ghaghara village.
Connectivity of Ghaghara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghaghara. As per the 2011 stats, Ghaghara 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghaghara
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghaghara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghaghara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghaghara
- Where is Ghaghara located?
- Ghaghara village is situated in Kharsia Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghaghara?
- Ghaghara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghaghara?
- The pincode of Ghaghara is 496661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghaghara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghaghara is 1,354, with 661 males and 693 females.
- How many households are there in Ghaghara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghaghara village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghaghara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghaghara is 64.48%. The male literacy rate is 70.95%, while the female literacy rate is 58.30%.