Ghoghar - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Ghoghar is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Dhelua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghar is 384214. The village covers a total geographical area of 354 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ghoghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoghar
As per Census 2011, Ghoghar village has a total population of 1,690 people, consisting of 833 males and 857 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,690 | 833 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 123 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 136 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,286 | 632 | 654 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 523 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 310 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghar
Ghoghar 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Laing | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Jhagarpur | West | 2.53 km |
| Dheluan | East | 2.56 km |
| Raiberna | North | 3.23 km |
| Badnuagaon | South | 4.09 km |
| Baipur | West | 4.14 km |
| Laing R.s.colony | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Mandaria | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Kesramal | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Chungimati | East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoghar
Ghoghar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kanshbahal, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Ghoghar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Ghoghar is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghoghar
Where is Ghoghar located?
Ghoghar village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoghar is Dhelua.
What is the pincode of Ghoghar?
The pincode of Ghoghar is 770017.
What is the population of Ghoghar?
Ghoghar has a total population of 1,690, including 833 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghar?
There are 344 households in Ghoghar.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghar is 52.25%. Male literacy is 62.79% and female literacy is 42.01%.