Ganeshpar - Bhachau, Kachchh
Ganeshpar is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 144 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 224 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Ganeshpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpar is 506630. The village covers a total geographical area of 2723.68 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Ganeshpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpar
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpar village has a total population of 1,144 people, consisting of 605 males and 539 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 509 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,144 | 605 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 146 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 345 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 260 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpar
Ganeshpar 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 Ganeshpar
Ganeshpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rapar to Ganeshpar is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Ganeshpar is about 224 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganeshpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshpar 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 Ganeshpar
Where is Ganeshpar located?
Ganeshpar village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpar?
Ganeshpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpar?
The pincode of Ganeshpar is 370165.
What is the population of Ganeshpar?
Ganeshpar has a total population of 1,144, including 605 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpar?
There are 239 households in Ganeshpar.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpar is 44.49%. Male literacy is 57.02% and female literacy is 30.43%.