Ganeshpur - Basna, Mahasamund
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Ganeshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 445813. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.75 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ganeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village had a total population of 518 people, including 247 males and 271 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.21%, with male literacy at 71.16% and female literacy at 51.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 375.
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 | 518 | 247 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 175 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 153 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 94 | 151 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Basna to Ganeshpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Ganeshpur 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, 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 492112.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had a total population of 518, including 247 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur was 61.21%. Male literacy was 71.16% and female literacy was 51.95%.