Ghoghara - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Ghoghara is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Ghoghara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghara is 503457. The village covers a total geographical area of 1161.54 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Morva is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Ghoghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoghara
As per Census 2011, Ghoghara village has a total population of 3,698 people, consisting of 1,900 males and 1,798 females. The village has 826 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 662 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,839 literate and 1,859 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,672 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoghara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,698 | 1,900 | 1,798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 662 | 328 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 140 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,672 | 888 | 784 |
| Literate Population | 1,839 | 1,133 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,859 | 767 | 1,092 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghara
Ghoghara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Agarhawa | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Patehara | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Misigawan | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Panwar | North | 2.91 km |
| Naugai (kekrai) | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Kushmahawa | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Mahuriya | East | 3.57 km |
| Amrapan | South | 3.64 km |
| Kekrai | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Bagdewa | South-East | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoghara
Public transport in the Ghoghara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khuldil Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morva to Ghoghara is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Ghoghara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoghara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoghara 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 Ghoghara
Where is Ghoghara located?
Ghoghara village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghara?
Ghoghara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghoghara?
The pincode of Ghoghara is 486882.
What is the population of Ghoghara?
Ghoghara has a total population of 3,698, including 1,900 males and 1,798 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghara?
There are 826 households in Ghoghara.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghara is 49.73%. Male literacy is 59.63% and female literacy is 39.27%.