Ghoghari - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Ghoghari is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Baranjh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoghari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghari is 502078. The village covers a total geographical area of 577.89 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ghoghari 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 Ghoghari
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoghari village had a total population of 1,107 people, including 550 males and 557 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.64%, with male literacy at 67.81% and female literacy at 53.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 923.
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 | 1,107 | 550 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 923 | 454 | 469 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 316 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 234 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghari
Ghoghari 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 Ghoghari
Ghoghari 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 Dindori to Ghoghari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Ghoghari is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoghari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoghari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghoghari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoghari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghoghari
Where is Ghoghari located?
Ghoghari village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoghari is Baranjh.
What is the pincode of Ghoghari?
The pincode of Ghoghari is 484881.
What is the population of Ghoghari?
Ghoghari had a total population of 1,107, including 550 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghari?
Ghoghari had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghari was 60.64%. Male literacy was 67.81% and female literacy was 53.59%.