Ghaughara - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Ghaughara is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Ghoghara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaughara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaughara is 458476. The village covers a total geographical area of 698.6 hectares and falls under the 471318 pincode. Buxwaha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghaughara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghaughara
According to the 2011 Census, Ghaughara village had a total population of 1,110 people, including 605 males and 505 females, living in 301 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.89%, with male literacy at 74.47% and female literacy at 48.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 218.
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 | 1,110 | 605 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 84 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 122 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 388 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 217 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaughara
Ghaughara 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 Ghaughara
Ghaughara 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 5-10 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 Buxwaha to Ghaughara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Ghaughara is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaughara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaughara 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 Ghaughara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaughara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghaughara
Where is Ghaughara located?
Ghaughara village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaughara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaughara is Ghoghara.
What is the pincode of Ghaughara?
The pincode of Ghaughara is 471318.
What is the population of Ghaughara?
Ghaughara had a total population of 1,110, including 605 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Ghaughara?
Ghaughara had 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaughara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaughara was 62.89%. Male literacy was 74.47% and female literacy was 48.31%.