Ghagra - Morada, Mayurbhanj

Ghagra is a village situated in the Morada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Muruda and around 30 km from Baripada. Nuagan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghagra village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghagra is 390003. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 757020 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.

Ghagra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Ghagra

According to the 2011 Census, Ghagra village had a total population of 199 people, including 102 males and 97 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.31%, with male literacy at 56.47% and female literacy at 31.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Ghagra

Ghagra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Ghagra

Ghagra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Krishnachandrapur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Ghagra is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Ghagra is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Ghagra

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghagra village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Ghagra

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghagra village are given below:

FAQs about Ghagra