Ganjenar
Ganjenar is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ganjenar village. As per 2009 stats, Ganjenar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ganjenar unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Ganjenar’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 Ganjenar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganjenar is 450106. The village spans a total geographical area of 1906.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494552. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Ganjenar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ganjenar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ganjenar
Population of Ganjenar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganjenar has a total population of about 2,109, with approximately 1,055 males and 1,054 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 299 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 113 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,907. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.76%, with male literacy at about 31.28% and female literacy near 14.23%. There are around 484 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ganjenar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Ganjenar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganjenar. As per the 2011 stats, Ganjenar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ganjenar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ganjenar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganjenar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganjenar
- Where is Ganjenar located?
- Ganjenar village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ganjenar?
- Ganjenar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ganjenar?
- The pincode of Ganjenar is 494552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ganjenar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganjenar is 2,109, with 1,055 males and 1,054 females.
- How many households are there in Ganjenar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ganjenar village has a total of 484 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ganjenar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganjenar is 22.76%. The male literacy rate is 31.28%, while the female literacy rate is 14.23%.