Ghata - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Ghata is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Rosarkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghata is 502185. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.99 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Ghata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghata
According to the 2011 Census, Ghata village had a total population of 867 people, including 431 males and 436 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.47%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 57.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 646.
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 | 867 | 431 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 646 | 318 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 297 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 134 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Ghata
Ghata 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 Ghata
Ghata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Ghata is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Ghata is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghata
Where is Ghata located?
Ghata village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghata?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghata is Rosarkhar.
What is the pincode of Ghata?
The pincode of Ghata is 484881.
What is the population of Ghata?
Ghata had a total population of 867, including 431 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Ghata?
Ghata had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghata was 69.47%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 57.49%.