Ganeshpura - Becharaji, Mahesana
Ganeshpura is a village situated in the Becharaji taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Becharaji and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Ganeshpura (gambhu) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpura is 509593. The village falls under the 384412 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ganeshpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Becharaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpura
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpura village had a total population of 1,655 people, including 851 males and 804 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.33%, with male literacy at 88.34% and female literacy at 67.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 1,655 | 851 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 88 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 674 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 177 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpura
Ganeshpura 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 Ganeshpura
Ganeshpura 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Becharaji to Ganeshpura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Ganeshpura is about 35 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 Ganeshpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganeshpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshpura 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ganeshpura
Where is Ganeshpura located?
Ganeshpura village is located in Becharaji Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpura is Ganeshpura (gambhu).
What is the pincode of Ganeshpura?
The pincode of Ganeshpura is 384412.
What is the population of Ganeshpura?
Ganeshpura had a total population of 1,655, including 851 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpura?
Ganeshpura had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpura was 78.33%. Male literacy was 88.34% and female literacy was 67.43%.