Ghagara

Ghagara is a village located in Jaypur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Jaypur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Ghagara village. As per 2009 stats, Shyamnagar is the gram panchayat of Ghagara village.

Ghagara has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ghagara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghagara is 328091. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722138. Bishnupur is nearest town to Ghagara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Ghagara

Below is a concise population overview of Ghagara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 341 173 168
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 18 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 277 140 137
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 177 115 62
Illiterate Population 164 58 106

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghagara village:

  • The total population of Ghagara village is around 341, including approximately 173 males and 168 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Ghagara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghagara village has 277 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghagara village is about 51.91%, with male literacy at 66.47% and female literacy at 36.90%.
  • There are around 75 households in Ghagara village.

Connectivity of Ghagara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghagara. As per the 2011 stats, Ghagara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghagara

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghagara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghagara.

Gopal Nagar Dhengartala Belia Khiraibani Mabarakpur Ramnagar Kataban Shyamnagar Jangalmahal Bazar Tandighi

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghagara

Where is Ghagara located?
Ghagara village is situated in Jaypur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghagara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghagara is Shyamnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghagara?
The pincode of Ghagara is 722138, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghagara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghagara is 341, with 173 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Ghagara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghagara village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghagara is 51.91%. The male literacy rate is 66.47%, while the female literacy rate is 36.90%.