Ghorsa - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Ghorsa is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Ghorsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorsa is 501041. The village covers a total geographical area of 816.28 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghorsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghorsa
As per Census 2011, Ghorsa village has a total population of 1,209 people, consisting of 623 males and 586 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 683 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghorsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,209 | 623 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 105 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 22 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 683 | 356 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 345 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 278 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorsa
Ghorsa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gura | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Tihki | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Saunta | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Deolihan Tola | South | 5.23 km |
| Kothiya | North-West | 5.24 km |
| Uphari | West | 5.94 km |
| Deogaon | North-East | 6.61 km |
| Barachh | East | 6.63 km |
| Bijaha Tola | South | 6.76 km |
| Jora | South | 7.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghorsa
Public transport in the Ghorsa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Beohari, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Beohari to Ghorsa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Ghorsa 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 Ghorsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghorsa
Where is Ghorsa located?
Ghorsa village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorsa?
Ghorsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghorsa?
The pincode of Ghorsa is 484771.
What is the population of Ghorsa?
Ghorsa has a total population of 1,209, including 623 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Ghorsa?
There are 286 households in Ghorsa.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorsa is 49.38%. Male literacy is 55.38% and female literacy is 43.00%.