Ghoghar - Raghogarh, Guna
Ghoghar is a village situated in the Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghogarh and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Duhavad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghar is 499216. The village covers a total geographical area of 564 hectares and falls under the 473110 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghoghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoghar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoghar village had a total population of 632 people, including 325 males and 307 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.42%, with male literacy at 50.78% and female literacy at 35.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 632 | 325 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 131 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 194 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghar
Ghoghar 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 Ghoghar
Ghoghar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghoghar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Ghoghar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Ghoghar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghoghar
Where is Ghoghar located?
Ghoghar village is located in Raghogarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghoghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoghar is Duhavad.
What is the pincode of Ghoghar?
The pincode of Ghoghar is 473110.
What is the population of Ghoghar?
Ghoghar had a total population of 632, including 325 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghar?
Ghoghar had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghar was 43.42%. Male literacy was 50.78% and female literacy was 35.86%.