Ghughra - Majholi, Jabalpur
Ghughra is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Bagheli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghughra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghughra is 489312. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.42 hectares and falls under the 483332 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Ghughra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghughra
As per Census 2011, Ghughra village has a total population of 511 people, consisting of 270 males and 241 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 332 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghughra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 270 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 91 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 189 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 81 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Ghughra
Ghughra 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 Ghughra
Ghughra 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Ghughra is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Ghughra is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghughra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghughra 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 Ghughra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghughra 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 Ghughra
Where is Ghughra located?
Ghughra village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghughra?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghughra is Bagheli.
What is the pincode of Ghughra?
The pincode of Ghughra is 483332.
What is the population of Ghughra?
Ghughra has a total population of 511, including 270 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Ghughra?
There are 121 households in Ghughra.
What is the literacy rate in Ghughra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghughra is 64.97%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 59.34%.