Ganguli - Benipatti, Madhubani
Ganguli is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Ganguli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganguli is 220303. The village covers a total geographical area of 383 hectares and falls under the 847223 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ganguli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganguli
As per Census 2011, Ganguli village has a total population of 4,711 people, consisting of 2,455 males and 2,256 females. The village has 926 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 942 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,995 literate and 2,716 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganguli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,711 | 2,455 | 2,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 942 | 473 | 469 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 143 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,995 | 1,256 | 739 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,716 | 1,199 | 1,517 |
Nearby Villages of Ganguli
Ganguli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahpur | North | 1.24 km |
| Balia | South | 1.50 km |
| Andhri | East | 1.87 km |
| Arazi Parsauni | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Tisi Narsam | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Bankata | North | 2.63 km |
| Pali | West | 2.77 km |
| Sibaul | South | 2.99 km |
| Uren | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Rathos | South | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganguli
Ganguli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muraitha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| 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 Madhubani to Ganguli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Ganguli is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganguli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganguli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganguli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganguli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganguli
Where is Ganguli located?
Ganguli village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganguli?
Ganguli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganguli?
The pincode of Ganguli is 847223.
What is the population of Ganguli?
Ganguli has a total population of 4,711, including 2,455 males and 2,256 females.
How many households are there in Ganguli?
There are 926 households in Ganguli.
What is the literacy rate in Ganguli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganguli is 42.35%. Male literacy is 51.16% and female literacy is 32.76%.