Ghagara
Ghagara is a village located in Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Patnagarh (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Luhasingha is the gram panchayat of Ghagara village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghagara unique in its vibrant Patnagarh-Balangir region. You’ll see Ghagara’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 Ghagara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghagara is 420545. The village spans a total geographical area of 176 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767027. Patnagarh is nearest town to Ghagara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Ghagara
Population of Ghagara
According to the 2011 Census, Ghagara has a total population of about 350, with approximately 176 males and 174 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.29%, with male literacy at about 75.57% and female literacy near 48.85%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghagara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 176 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 133 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 43 | 89 |
Connectivity of Ghagara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghagara. As per the 2011 stats, Ghagara 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghagara
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghagara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghagara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghagara
- Where is Ghagara located?
- Ghagara village is situated in Patnagarh Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghagara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghagara is Luhasingha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghagara?
- The pincode of Ghagara is 767027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghagara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghagara is 350, with 176 males and 174 females.
- How many households are there in Ghagara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghagara village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghagara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghagara is 62.29%. The male literacy rate is 75.57%, while the female literacy rate is 48.85%.