Ghatha - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Ghatha is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Alwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatha is 502097. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.42 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Ghatha 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 Ghatha
As per Census 2011, Ghatha village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 252 males and 223 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 235 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 252 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 51 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 125 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 122 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 130 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatha
Ghatha 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 Ghatha
Ghatha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Anuppur to Ghatha is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghatha
Where is Ghatha located?
Ghatha village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatha is Alwar.
What is the pincode of Ghatha?
The pincode of Ghatha is 484881.
What is the population of Ghatha?
Ghatha has a total population of 475, including 252 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Ghatha?
There are 117 households in Ghatha.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatha is 42.74%. Male literacy is 48.41% and female literacy is 36.32%.