Ghughrala - Babra, Amreli
Ghughrala is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Ghughrala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghughrala is 515451. The village covers a total geographical area of 1695.49 hectares and falls under the 365410 pincode. Babra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ghughrala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghughrala
As per Census 2011, Ghughrala village has a total population of 2,725 people, consisting of 1,342 males and 1,383 females. The village has 582 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,808 literate and 917 illiterate residents. Additionally, 525 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghughrala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,725 | 1,342 | 1,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 129 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 525 | 266 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,808 | 945 | 863 |
| Illiterate Population | 917 | 397 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Ghughrala
Ghughrala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghughrala
Ghughrala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Babra to Ghughrala is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Ghughrala is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghughrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghughrala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghughrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghughrala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghughrala
Where is Ghughrala located?
Ghughrala village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghughrala?
Ghughrala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghughrala?
The pincode of Ghughrala is 365410.
What is the population of Ghughrala?
Ghughrala has a total population of 2,725, including 1,342 males and 1,383 females.
How many households are there in Ghughrala?
There are 582 households in Ghughrala.
What is the literacy rate in Ghughrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghughrala is 66.35%. Male literacy is 70.42% and female literacy is 62.40%.