Ghoghre - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Ghoghre is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Ghoghre village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghre is 440885. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.21 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Ghoghre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoghre
As per Census 2011, Ghoghre village has a total population of 827 people, consisting of 401 males and 426 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 571 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoghre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 401 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 571 | 271 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 256 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 145 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghre
Ghoghre 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumardeeh | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Pinkapar | North | 2.44 km |
| Masuljob | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Boirdeeh | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Nawagaon | North | 3.26 km |
| Kumarra Chhuriya | South | 3.55 km |
| Bhandarpur | East | 3.70 km |
| Kubradih | North | 4.56 km |
| Halekosa | East | 4.63 km |
| Ghupsal | South | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoghre
Ghoghre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 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 Chhuria to Ghoghre is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Ghoghre is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoghre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoghre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoghre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoghre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghoghre
Where is Ghoghre located?
Ghoghre village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghre?
Ghoghre is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghoghre?
The pincode of Ghoghre is 491558.
What is the population of Ghoghre?
Ghoghre has a total population of 827, including 401 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghre?
There are 163 households in Ghoghre.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghre is 57.92%. Male literacy is 63.84% and female literacy is 52.35%.