Ghodagaon
Ghodagaon is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Ghodagao is the gram panchayat of Ghodagaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghodagaon unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Ghodagaon’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 Ghodagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghodagaon is 448307. The village spans a total geographical area of 418 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494226. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Ghodagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghodagaon 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghodagaon
Population of Ghodagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ghodagaon has a total population of about 302, with approximately 166 males and 136 females. The sex ratio is around 819 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 284. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.33%, with male literacy at about 62.65% and female literacy near 35.29%. There are around 51 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghodagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 166 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 156 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 104 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 62 | 88 |
Connectivity of Ghodagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghodagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Ghodagaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghodagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghodagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghodagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghodagaon
- Where is Ghodagaon located?
- Ghodagaon village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghodagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghodagaon is Ghodagao (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghodagaon?
- The pincode of Ghodagaon is 494226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghodagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghodagaon is 302, with 166 males and 136 females.
- How many households are there in Ghodagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghodagaon village has a total of 51 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghodagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghodagaon is 50.33%. The male literacy rate is 62.65%, while the female literacy rate is 35.29%.