Ganeshpur - Lakhanpur, Surguja
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Ganeshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 433125. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.9 hectares and falls under the 497116 pincode. Lakhanpur is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpur village has a total population of 1,709 people, consisting of 828 males and 881 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 756 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,709 | 828 | 881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 130 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 457 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 371 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Janakpur | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Gorta | South | 1.87 km |
| Sirkotanga | East | 2.17 km |
| Binkara | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Jodhpur | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Puhputra | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Korja | West | 3.13 km |
| Katkona | North | 3.15 km |
| Bharatpur | South | 3.53 km |
| Keora | South-East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamalpurgram, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Lakhanpur to Ganeshpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Ganeshpur is about 29 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja 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 497116.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur has a total population of 1,709, including 828 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
There are 366 households in Ganeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur is 44.24%. Male literacy is 55.19% and female literacy is 33.94%.