Ghatora - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Ghatora is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhania and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Ghatora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatora is 203607. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.89 hectares and falls under the 275203 pincode. Sadat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ghatora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatora
As per Census 2011, Ghatora village has a total population of 1,793 people, consisting of 853 males and 940 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 977 literate and 816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 706 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,793 | 853 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 165 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 706 | 341 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 977 | 542 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 311 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatora
Ghatora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jank Patti | East | 0.82 km |
| Udaypur | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Baghara Auwal | West | 1.07 km |
| Buranpur | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Baghara Doem | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Ramgarh | North | 1.58 km |
| Shakhpur | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Karnaipur | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Lokaipur | West | 1.64 km |
| Parspur | East | 1.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatora
Ghatora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jakhanian, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sadat to Ghatora is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Ghatora is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatora 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 Ghatora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghatora
Where is Ghatora located?
Ghatora village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatora?
Ghatora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghatora?
The pincode of Ghatora is 275203.
What is the population of Ghatora?
Ghatora has a total population of 1,793, including 853 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Ghatora?
There are 248 households in Ghatora.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatora is 54.49%. Male literacy is 63.54% and female literacy is 46.28%.