Ghughwa
Ghughwa is a village located in Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dongargaon (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Gu Nawagaon is the gram panchayat of Ghughwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghughwa unique in its vibrant Dongargaon-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Ghughwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghughwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghughwa is 441140. The village spans a total geographical area of 291.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491661. Dongargaon is nearest town to Ghughwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Ghughwa
Population of Ghughwa
According to the 2011 Census, Ghughwa has a total population of about 480, with approximately 232 males and 248 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 83 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 78. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.38%, with male literacy at about 70.26% and female literacy near 58.87%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghughwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 232 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 36 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 163 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 69 | 102 |
Connectivity of Ghughwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghughwa. As per the 2011 stats, Ghughwa 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 Ghughwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghughwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghughwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghughwa
- Where is Ghughwa located?
- Ghughwa village is situated in Dongargaon Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghughwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghughwa is Gu Nawagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghughwa?
- The pincode of Ghughwa is 491661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghughwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghughwa is 480, with 232 males and 248 females.
- How many households are there in Ghughwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghughwa village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghughwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghughwa is 64.38%. The male literacy rate is 70.26%, while the female literacy rate is 58.87%.