Ghorghatia - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Ghorghatia is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. Ghorghatia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorghatia is 188692. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.66 hectares and falls under the 274303 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town.
Ghorghatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padrauna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghorghatia
According to the 2011 Census, Ghorghatia village had a total population of 2,943 people, including 1,485 males and 1,458 females, living in 442 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.12%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 69.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 2,943 | 1,485 | 1,458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 216 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,897 | 1,045 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,046 | 440 | 606 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorghatia
Ghorghatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badal Chhapra | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Sikta | South | 1.77 km |
| Katya | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Semra Hardo | North | 2.31 km |
| Laxmipur | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Bargaon | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Lamkan | East | 2.79 km |
| Chakia | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Padari | East | 2.83 km |
| Sahajwalia | West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghorghatia
Ghorghatia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kath Kuiyan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorghatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorghatia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorghatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorghatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghorghatia
Where is Ghorghatia located?
Ghorghatia village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghorghatia?
Ghorghatia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghorghatia?
The pincode of Ghorghatia is 274303.
What is the population of Ghorghatia?
Ghorghatia had a total population of 2,943, including 1,485 males and 1,458 females.
How many households are there in Ghorghatia?
Ghorghatia had 442 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorghatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorghatia was 76.12%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 69.66%.