Ghorighat
Ghorighat is a village located in Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorighat (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Ghorighat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghorighat unique in its vibrant Pratappur-Chatra region. You’ll see Ghorighat’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 Ghorighat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghorighat is 348334. The village spans a total geographical area of 239 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825404. Pratappur is nearest town to Ghorighat village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghorighat
Population of Ghorighat
According to the 2011 Census, Ghorighat has a total population of about 3,791, with approximately 2,012 males and 1,779 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 689 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 998 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.54%, with male literacy at about 55.12% and female literacy near 43.23%. There are around 591 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghorighat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,791 | 2,012 | 1,779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 689 | 360 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 998 | 529 | 469 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,878 | 1,109 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,913 | 903 | 1,010 |
Connectivity of Ghorighat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghorighat. As per the 2011 stats, Ghorighat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghorighat
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghorighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghorighat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghorighat
- Where is Ghorighat located?
- Ghorighat village is situated in Pratappur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghorighat?
- Ghorighat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghorighat?
- The pincode of Ghorighat is 825404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghorighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghorighat is 3,791, with 2,012 males and 1,779 females.
- How many households are there in Ghorighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghorighat village has a total of 591 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghorighat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghorighat is 49.54%. The male literacy rate is 55.12%, while the female literacy rate is 43.23%.