Ghum

Ghum is a village located in Mhasla tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Mhasla (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Ghum village is also a gram panchayat.

Ghum has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Ghum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghum is 554914. The village spans a total geographical area of 343 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 402105. Shrivardhan is nearest town to Ghum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Ghum

Below is a concise population overview of Ghum as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 229 90 139
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 22 9 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 2 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 126 56 70
Illiterate Population 103 34 69

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghum village:

  • The total population of Ghum village is around 229, including approximately 90 males and 139 females, with a sex ratio of 1544 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Ghum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghum village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghum village is about 55.02%, with male literacy at 62.22% and female literacy at 50.36%.
  • There are around 75 households in Ghum village.

Connectivity of Ghum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghum. As per the 2011 stats, Ghum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghum

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghum.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ghum

Where is Ghum located?
Ghum village is situated in Mhasla Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghum?
Ghum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ghum?
The pincode of Ghum is 402105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghum is 229, with 90 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Ghum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghum village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghum is 55.02%. The male literacy rate is 62.22%, while the female literacy rate is 50.36%.