Ghorighat - Pratappur, Chatra
Ghorighat is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorighat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Ghorighat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorighat is 348334. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town.
Ghorighat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghorighat
As per Census 2011, Ghorighat village has a total population of 3,791 people, consisting of 2,012 males and 1,779 females. The village has 591 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 689 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,878 literate and 1,913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 998 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghorighat are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,878 | 1,109 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,913 | 903 | 1,010 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorighat
Ghorighat 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 Ghorighat
Ghorighat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chatra to Ghorighat is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorighat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorighat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorighat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorighat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghorighat
Where is Ghorighat located?
Ghorighat village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorighat?
Ghorighat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghorighat?
The pincode of Ghorighat is 825404.
What is the population of Ghorighat?
Ghorighat has a total population of 3,791, including 2,012 males and 1,779 females.
How many households are there in Ghorighat?
There are 591 households in Ghorighat.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorighat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorighat is 49.54%. Male literacy is 55.12% and female literacy is 43.23%.