Ghaghari - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Ghaghari is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Ghaghari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaghari is 214340. The village covers a total geographical area of 2017.03 hectares and falls under the 231223 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Ghaghari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghaghari
As per Census 2011, Ghaghari village has a total population of 4,409 people, consisting of 2,202 males and 2,207 females. The village has 803 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 892 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,920 literate and 2,489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 546 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,784 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghaghari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,409 | 2,202 | 2,207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 892 | 420 | 472 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 283 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,784 | 1,383 | 1,401 |
| Literate Population | 1,920 | 1,250 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,489 | 952 | 1,537 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaghari
Ghaghari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Duba | West | 2.65 km |
| Khara Dih | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Sawara | West | 4.14 km |
| Chari | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Barawe | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Babhani | South | 4.82 km |
| Jura | East | 5.19 km |
| Kirwil | North-West | 5.28 km |
| Rajasari | West | 6.04 km |
| Ghaghara | East | 6.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghaghari
Ghaghari 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 Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Ghaghari is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaghari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaghari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghaghari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaghari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghaghari
Where is Ghaghari located?
Ghaghari village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaghari?
Ghaghari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghaghari?
The pincode of Ghaghari is 231223.
What is the population of Ghaghari?
Ghaghari has a total population of 4,409, including 2,202 males and 2,207 females.
How many households are there in Ghaghari?
There are 803 households in Ghaghari.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaghari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaghari is 43.55%. Male literacy is 56.77% and female literacy is 30.36%.