Ghoghar
Ghoghar is a village located in Talasara tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Talasara (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Balisankara is the gram panchayat of Ghoghar village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghoghar unique in its vibrant Talasara-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Ghoghar’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 Ghoghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghoghar is 384047. The village spans a total geographical area of 654 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770015. Sundargarh is nearest town to Ghoghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Ghoghar
Population of Ghoghar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoghar has a total population of about 1,191, with approximately 580 males and 611 females. The sex ratio is around 1053 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 287 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 822. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.60%, with male literacy at about 67.59% and female literacy near 48.12%. There are around 349 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghoghar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 580 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 141 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 822 | 399 | 423 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 392 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 188 | 317 |
Connectivity of Ghoghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghoghar. As per the 2011 stats, Ghoghar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghoghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghoghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghoghar
- Where is Ghoghar located?
- Ghoghar village is situated in Talasara Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghoghar is Balisankara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghoghar?
- The pincode of Ghoghar is 770015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghoghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghoghar is 1,191, with 580 males and 611 females.
- How many households are there in Ghoghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghoghar village has a total of 349 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghoghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghoghar is 57.60%. The male literacy rate is 67.59%, while the female literacy rate is 48.12%.