Ghichorawa - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Ghichorawa is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Karahiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghichorawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghichorawa is 214256. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.81 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ghichorawa 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 Ghichorawa
As per Census 2011, Ghichorawa village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 96 males and 125 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,302 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 111 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghichorawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 96 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 48 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 41 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Ghichorawa
Ghichorawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuarava | East | 3.14 km |
| Gulariya | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Piparkhand | North | 4.72 km |
| Basin | West | 5.40 km |
| Karahiya | West | 6.22 km |
| Chak Fulwar | South | 6.47 km |
| Sui Chattan | South | 6.82 km |
| Dharanawa | North-West | 6.90 km |
| Chak Korgi | South-West | 7.04 km |
| Dumara | South-West | 7.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghichorawa
Public transport in the Ghichorawa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahuariya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Ghichorawa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Ghichorawa is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghichorawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghichorawa 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 Ghichorawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghichorawa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghichorawa
Where is Ghichorawa located?
Ghichorawa village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghichorawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghichorawa is Karahiya.
What is the pincode of Ghichorawa?
The pincode of Ghichorawa is 231208.
What is the population of Ghichorawa?
Ghichorawa has a total population of 221, including 96 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Ghichorawa?
There are 42 households in Ghichorawa.
What is the literacy rate in Ghichorawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghichorawa is 50.68%. Male literacy is 57.29% and female literacy is 45.60%.