Ghorigaon - Anta, Baran
Ghorigaon is a village situated in the Anta tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from Antah and around 42 km from Baran. Patoonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorigaon is 102635. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.16 hectares and falls under the 325206 pincode. Antah is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghorigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghorigaon
As per Census 2011, Ghorigaon village has a total population of 918 people, consisting of 479 males and 439 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 592 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 463 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghorigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 918 | 479 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 234 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 366 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 113 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorigaon
Ghorigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandpur | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Bargaon | South | 1.76 km |
| Sindhpuri | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Ganeshpura | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Mundala | East | 3.16 km |
| Chhatrapura | North | 3.45 km |
| Udpuriya | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Godawari | North | 4.10 km |
| Raithal | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Dhatooriya | South-West | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghorigaon
Ghorigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Antah, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antah to Ghorigaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baran to Ghorigaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghorigaon
Where is Ghorigaon located?
Ghorigaon village is located in Anta Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorigaon is Patoonda.
What is the pincode of Ghorigaon?
The pincode of Ghorigaon is 325206.
What is the population of Ghorigaon?
Ghorigaon has a total population of 918, including 479 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Ghorigaon?
There are 173 households in Ghorigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorigaon is 64.49%. Male literacy is 76.41% and female literacy is 51.48%.