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.
Ghogaon has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Ghogaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghogaon village:
- The total population of Ghogaon village is around 2,421, including approximately 1,208 males and 1,213 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Ghogaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghogaon village has 410 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghogaon village is about 70.80%, with male literacy at 77.81% and female literacy at 63.81%.
- There are around 545 households in Ghogaon village.
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%.