Ghogaon
Ghogaon is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Ghogaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghogaon unique in its vibrant Karad-Satara region. You’ll see Ghogaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghogaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghogaon is 564614. The village spans a total geographical area of 983 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Ghogaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghogaon 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 Karad South Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghogaon
Population of Ghogaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ghogaon has a total population of about 2,421, with approximately 1,208 males and 1,213 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 410 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.80%, with male literacy at about 77.81% and female literacy near 63.81%. There are around 545 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghogaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,421 | 1,208 | 1,213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 137 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 204 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,714 | 940 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 268 | 439 |
Connectivity of Ghogaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghogaon. As per the 2011 stats, Ghogaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghogaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghogaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghogaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghogaon
- Where is Ghogaon located?
- Ghogaon village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghogaon?
- Ghogaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ghogaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghogaon is 2,421, with 1,208 males and 1,213 females.
- How many households are there in Ghogaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghogaon village has a total of 545 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghogaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghogaon is 70.80%. The male literacy rate is 77.81%, while the female literacy rate is 63.81%.