Ghoghnath - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ghoghnath is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Jethway serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoghnath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghnath is 476679. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.5 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghoghnath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoghnath
As per Census 2011, Ghoghnath village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 163 males and 155 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoghnath are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 163 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 110 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 53 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghnath
Ghoghnath 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 Ghoghnath
Ghoghnath is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghoghnath.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Ghoghnath is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Ghoghnath is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoghnath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoghnath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoghnath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoghnath 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghoghnath
Where is Ghoghnath located?
Ghoghnath village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghnath?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoghnath is Jethway.
What is the pincode of Ghoghnath?
The pincode of Ghoghnath is 451115.
What is the population of Ghoghnath?
Ghoghnath has a total population of 318, including 163 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghnath?
There are 60 households in Ghoghnath.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghnath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghnath is 53.77%. Male literacy is 67.48% and female literacy is 39.35%.