Gansha - Dumaria, Gaya
Gansha is a village situated in the Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumaria and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Bhokaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gansha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gansha is 256225. The village covers a total geographical area of 641 hectares and falls under the 824221 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gansha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gansha
According to the 2011 Census, Gansha village had a total population of 981 people, including 509 males and 472 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.82%, with male literacy at 51.01% and female literacy at 40.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 415.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 981 | 509 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 217 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 203 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 306 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Gansha
Gansha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gansha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gansha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Gansha is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Gansha is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gansha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gansha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gansha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gansha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gansha
Where is Gansha located?
Gansha village is located in Dumaria Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gansha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gansha is Bhokaha.
What is the pincode of Gansha?
The pincode of Gansha is 824221.
What is the population of Gansha?
Gansha had a total population of 981, including 509 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Gansha?
Gansha had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gansha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gansha was 45.82%. Male literacy was 51.01% and female literacy was 40.22%.