Ganeshpur - Puraini, Madhepura
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Ganeshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 226147. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Ganeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganeshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village had a total population of 7,441 people, including 3,891 males and 3,550 females, living in 1,496 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.40%, with male literacy at 65.94% and female literacy at 48.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 619, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 7,441 | 3,891 | 3,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,443 | 758 | 685 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 330 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,443 | 2,066 | 1,377 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,998 | 1,825 | 2,173 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur 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 Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Ganeshpur is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Ganeshpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ganeshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 852116.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had a total population of 7,441, including 3,891 males and 3,550 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had 1,496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur was 57.40%. Male literacy was 65.94% and female literacy was 48.06%.