Ghoraghat
Ghoraghat is a village located in Sankrail subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.3km away from sub-district headquarter Sankrail (tehsildar office) and 13.5km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Dakshin Sankrail is the gram panchayat of Ghoraghat village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghoraghat unique in its vibrant Sankrail-Haora region. You’ll see Ghoraghat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghoraghat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghoraghat is 332845. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711313. Haora is nearest town to Ghoraghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghoraghat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sankrail Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Howrah Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghoraghat
Population of Ghoraghat
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoraghat has a total population of about 1,987, with approximately 1,004 males and 983 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,171 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.78%, with male literacy at about 72.51% and female literacy near 60.94%. There are around 452 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghoraghat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,987 | 1,004 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 115 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,171 | 609 | 562 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 728 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 276 | 384 |
Connectivity of Ghoraghat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghoraghat. As per the 2011 stats, Ghoraghat 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Ghoraghat
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghoraghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghoraghat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghoraghat
- Where is Ghoraghat located?
- Ghoraghat village is situated in Sankrail Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghoraghat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghoraghat is Dakshin Sankrail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghoraghat?
- The pincode of Ghoraghat is 711313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghoraghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghoraghat is 1,987, with 1,004 males and 983 females.
- How many households are there in Ghoraghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghoraghat village has a total of 452 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghoraghat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghoraghat is 66.78%. The male literacy rate is 72.51%, while the female literacy rate is 60.94%.