Ghodagaon - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Ghodagaon is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Ghodagao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghodagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodagaon is 448307. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodagaon
As per Census 2011, Ghodagaon village has a total population of 302 people, consisting of 166 males and 136 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 284 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodagaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vanshri | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Jaishri Nagar | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Janki Nagar | West | 1.95 km |
| Dotometa | West | 2.61 km |
| Anjadi | South | 3.43 km |
| Avinash Nagar | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Sham Nagar | North | 3.68 km |
| Hari Nagar | East | 3.91 km |
| Indrapuri | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Karekatta | South-East | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodagaon
Ghodagaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Ghodagaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Ghodagaon is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghodagaon is Ghodagao.
What is the pincode of Ghodagaon?
The pincode of Ghodagaon is 494776.
What is the population of Ghodagaon?
Ghodagaon has a total population of 302, including 166 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Ghodagaon?
There are 51 households in Ghodagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodagaon is 50.33%. Male literacy is 62.65% and female literacy is 35.29%.