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.
Here you can discover what makes Ghagra unique in its vibrant Hussainabad-Palamu region. You’ll see Ghagra’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 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.
Google Map of Ghagra
Population of Ghagra
According to the 2011 Census, Ghagra has a total population of about 1,174, with approximately 609 males and 565 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 886 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 38.76%, with male literacy at about 47.29% and female literacy near 29.56%. There are around 199 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghagra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.