Ganjenar - Bade Bacheli, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Ganjenar is a village situated in the Bade Bacheli tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Dantewada and around 18 km from Dantewada. Ganjenar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjenar is 450106. The village covers a total geographical area of 1906.55 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ganjenar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganjenar
As per Census 2011, Ganjenar village has a total population of 2,109 people, consisting of 1,055 males and 1,054 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 1,629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,907 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganjenar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,109 | 1,055 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 147 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,907 | 955 | 952 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 330 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,629 | 725 | 904 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjenar
Ganjenar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nakulnar | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Renganar | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Molasnar | West | 4.39 km |
| Masenar | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Kuhchepal | West | 4.66 km |
| Kuakonda | East | 5.78 km |
| Samgiri | South | 5.93 km |
| Hitawar | South-East | 6.07 km |
| Khutepal | South | 6.13 km |
| Gadhmiri | East | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganjenar
Ganjenar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhansi, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Ganjenar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Ganjenar is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjenar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjenar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganjenar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjenar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganjenar
Where is Ganjenar located?
Ganjenar village is located in Bade Bacheli Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganjenar?
Ganjenar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganjenar?
The pincode of Ganjenar is 494552.
What is the population of Ganjenar?
Ganjenar has a total population of 2,109, including 1,055 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Ganjenar?
There are 484 households in Ganjenar.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjenar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjenar is 22.76%. Male literacy is 31.28% and female literacy is 14.23%.