Ghoghnath - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ghoghnath is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Padlya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoghnath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghnath is 477385. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.78 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoghnath
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoghnath village had a total population of 168 people, including 80 males and 88 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.04%, with male literacy at 49.21% and female literacy at 33.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 49 | 64 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Ghoghnath is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Ghoghnath is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghoghnath
Where is Ghoghnath located?
Ghoghnath village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghnath?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoghnath is Padlya.
What is the pincode of Ghoghnath?
The pincode of Ghoghnath is 451115.
What is the population of Ghoghnath?
Ghoghnath had a total population of 168, including 80 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghnath?
Ghoghnath had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghnath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghnath was 41.04%. Male literacy was 49.21% and female literacy was 33.80%.