Ghagra

Ghagra is a village located in Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hussainabad (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Palamu. As per 2009 stats, Dandila is the gram panchayat of Ghagra village.

Ghagra has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ghagra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghagra is 365118. The village spans a total geographical area of 182 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Hussainabad is nearest town to Ghagra village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ghagra

Below is a concise population overview of Ghagra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,174 609 565
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 240 118 122
Scheduled Castes (SC) 886 464 422
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 455 288 167
Illiterate Population 719 321 398

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghagra village:

  • The total population of Ghagra village is around 1,174, including approximately 609 males and 565 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 240 children aged 0–6 years in Ghagra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghagra village has 886 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghagra village is about 38.76%, with male literacy at 47.29% and female literacy at 29.56%.
  • There are around 199 households in Ghagra village.

Connectivity of Ghagra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghagra. As per the 2011 stats, Ghagra 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 Ghagra

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghagra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghagra.

Repura Kurmipur Kachra Bairaon Jamua Kodwaria Dandila Mangardah Satbahini Dhobni Erajikita Dhobni Gairabad

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghagra

Where is Ghagra located?
Ghagra village is situated in Hussainabad Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghagra?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghagra is Dandila (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghagra?
The pincode of Ghagra is 822116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghagra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghagra is 1,174, with 609 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Ghagra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghagra village has a total of 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghagra is 38.76%. The male literacy rate is 47.29%, while the female literacy rate is 29.56%.