Ghagra

Ghagra is a village located in Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.7km away from sub-district headquarter Hemtabad. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Ghagra village. As per 2009 stats, Naoda is the gram panchayat of Ghagra village.

Here you can discover what makes Ghagra unique in its vibrant Hemtabad-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Ghagra’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 Ghagra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghagra is 309857. The village spans a total geographical area of 240.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733129. Kalyagong is nearest town to Ghagra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Ghagra

According to the 2011 Census, Ghagra has a total population of about 1,324, with approximately 686 males and 638 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 182 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 988 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.76%, with male literacy at about 68.80% and female literacy near 56.27%. There are around 283 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghagra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,324 686 638
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 182 89 93
Scheduled Castes (SC) 988 507 481
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 22 13 9
Literate Population 831 472 359
Illiterate Population 493 214 279

Connectivity of Ghagra

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

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

Nearby Villages of Ghagra

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghagra

Where is Ghagra located?
Ghagra village is situated in Hemtabad Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghagra?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghagra is Naoda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghagra?
The pincode of Ghagra is 733129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghagra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghagra is 1,324, with 686 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Ghagra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghagra village has a total of 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghagra is 62.76%. The male literacy rate is 68.80%, while the female literacy rate is 56.27%.