Ghoghari - Chhapara, Seoni
Ghoghari is a village situated in the Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dungaria Chhapara and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Babiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoghari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghari is 495938. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.33 hectares and falls under the 480887 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ghoghari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoghari
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoghari village had a total population of 509 people, including 248 males and 261 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.85%, with male literacy at 75.12% and female literacy at 41.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 467.
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 | 509 | 248 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 228 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 157 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 91 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghari
Ghoghari 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 Ghoghari
Ghoghari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Lakhnadon to Ghoghari is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Ghoghari is about 69 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 Ghoghari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoghari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoghari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoghari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghoghari
Where is Ghoghari located?
Ghoghari village is located in Chhapara Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghoghari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoghari is Babiya.
What is the pincode of Ghoghari?
The pincode of Ghoghari is 480887.
What is the population of Ghoghari?
Ghoghari had a total population of 509, including 248 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghari?
Ghoghari had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghari was 57.85%. Male literacy was 75.12% and female literacy was 41.28%.