Ghoghalgaon - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Ghoghalgaon is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Ghoghalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghalgaon is 505952. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.95 hectares and falls under the 450551 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ghoghalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoghalgaon
As per Census 2011, Ghoghalgaon village has a total population of 921 people, consisting of 475 males and 446 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 603 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoghalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 921 | 475 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 360 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 115 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghalgaon
Ghoghalgaon 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 Ghoghalgaon
Public transport in the Ghoghalgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sanawad to Ghoghalgaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Ghoghalgaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoghalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoghalgaon 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 Ghoghalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoghalgaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghoghalgaon
Where is Ghoghalgaon located?
Ghoghalgaon village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghalgaon?
Ghoghalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghoghalgaon?
The pincode of Ghoghalgaon is 450551.
What is the population of Ghoghalgaon?
Ghoghalgaon has a total population of 921, including 475 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghalgaon?
There are 187 households in Ghoghalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghalgaon is 65.47%. Male literacy is 75.79% and female literacy is 54.48%.