Ghughari - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Ghughari is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Kanchanpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghughari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghughari is 489756. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.21 hectares and falls under the 482003 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ghughari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghughari
According to the 2011 Census, Ghughari village had a total population of 454 people, including 230 males and 224 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.09%, with male literacy at 79.49% and female literacy at 54.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 402.
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 | 454 | 230 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 202 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 155 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 75 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Ghughari
Ghughari 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 Ghughari
Ghughari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahpura to Ghughari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Ghughari is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghughari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghughari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghughari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghughari 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 Ghughari
Where is Ghughari located?
Ghughari village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghughari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghughari is Kanchanpuri.
What is the pincode of Ghughari?
The pincode of Ghughari is 482003.
What is the population of Ghughari?
Ghughari had a total population of 454, including 230 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Ghughari?
Ghughari had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghughari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghughari was 67.09%. Male literacy was 79.49% and female literacy was 54.82%.