Ghughwa - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Ghughwa is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Khokhariya Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghughwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghughwa is 104945. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.8 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Ghughwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghughwa
As per Census 2011, Ghughwa village has a total population of 445 people, consisting of 230 males and 215 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghughwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 445 | 230 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 145 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 85 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Ghughwa
Ghughwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khol Kheri | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Bani | East | 2.42 km |
| Aru Kheri | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Chhan Ka Khera | North | 2.77 km |
| Emdi | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Singh Pur | South | 3.62 km |
| Farasali Diwan | West | 3.84 km |
| Vistuniya | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Khokhariya Khurd | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Surjanajuna | North-West | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghughwa
Ghughwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Ghughwa is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Ghughwa is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghughwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghughwa 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 Ghughwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghughwa 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 Ghughwa
Where is Ghughwa located?
Ghughwa village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghughwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghughwa is Khokhariya Khurd.
What is the pincode of Ghughwa?
The pincode of Ghughwa is 326512.
What is the population of Ghughwa?
Ghughwa has a total population of 445, including 230 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Ghughwa?
There are 101 households in Ghughwa.
What is the literacy rate in Ghughwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghughwa is 50.34%. Male literacy is 63.04% and female literacy is 36.74%.