Ghatghar
Ghatghar is a village located in Akola tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Akola (tehsildar office) and 187km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Ghatghar village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghatghar has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghatghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghatghar is 557148. The village spans a total geographical area of 2216 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422604. Igatpuri is nearest town to Ghatghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 77km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghatghar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Ghatghar
Below is a concise population overview of Ghatghar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,176 | 588 | 588 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 859 | 432 | 427 |
Literate Population | 425 | 274 | 151 |
Illiterate Population | 751 | 314 | 437 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghatghar village:
- The total population of Ghatghar village is around 1,176, including approximately 588 males and 588 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 186 children aged 0–6 years in Ghatghar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghatghar village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 859 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghatghar village is about 36.14%, with male literacy at 46.60% and female literacy at 25.68%.
- There are around 197 households in Ghatghar village.
Connectivity of Ghatghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghatghar. As per the 2011 stats, Ghatghar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghatghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghatghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghatghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghatghar
- Where is Ghatghar located?
- Ghatghar village is situated in Akola Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghatghar?
- Ghatghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghatghar?
- The pincode of Ghatghar is 422604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghatghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghatghar is 1,176, with 588 males and 588 females.
- How many households are there in Ghatghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghatghar village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghatghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghatghar is 36.14%. The male literacy rate is 46.60%, while the female literacy rate is 25.68%.