Ghaghra - Sisai, Gumla
Ghaghra is a village situated in the Sisai subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. Ghaghra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaghra is 375653. The village covers a total geographical area of 444 hectares and falls under the 835824 pincode.
Ghaghra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghaghra
According to the 2011 Census, Ghaghra village had a total population of 1,016 people, including 513 males and 503 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.92%, with male literacy at 70.25% and female literacy at 45.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 998.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,016 | 513 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 113 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 998 | 504 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 281 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 232 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaghra
Ghaghra 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 Ghaghra
Ghaghra 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 | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaghra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaghra 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 Ghaghra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaghra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghaghra
Where is Ghaghra located?
Ghaghra village is located in Sisai Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghaghra?
Ghaghra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghaghra?
The pincode of Ghaghra is 835824.
What is the population of Ghaghra?
Ghaghra had a total population of 1,016, including 513 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Ghaghra?
Ghaghra had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaghra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaghra was 57.92%. Male literacy was 70.25% and female literacy was 45.83%.