Ghaghonia - Chhipabarod, Baran
Ghaghonia is a village situated in the Chhipabarod tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhipabarod and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Phool Baroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaghonia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaghonia is 103612. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 325219 pincode. Chhabra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghaghonia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghaghonia
According to the 2011 Census, Ghaghonia village had a total population of 491 people, including 254 males and 237 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.27%, with male literacy at 75.33% and female literacy at 53.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 254 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 171 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 83 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaghonia
Ghaghonia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goru Kheri | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Mawasa | West | 2.56 km |
| Peepalya Jageer | East | 3.12 km |
| Reenjhari | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Salpura | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Reenjha | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Kansal | East | 3.64 km |
| Kohni | South | 3.67 km |
| Amritkheri | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Phool Baroda | North | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghaghonia
Ghaghonia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kesholi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.5 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 Chhabra to Ghaghonia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baran to Ghaghonia is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaghonia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaghonia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghaghonia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaghonia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghaghonia
Where is Ghaghonia located?
Ghaghonia village is located in Chhipabarod Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghaghonia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaghonia is Phool Baroda.
What is the pincode of Ghaghonia?
The pincode of Ghaghonia is 325219.
What is the population of Ghaghonia?
Ghaghonia had a total population of 491, including 254 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Ghaghonia?
Ghaghonia had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaghonia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaghonia was 65.27%. Male literacy was 75.33% and female literacy was 53.96%.