Ganjisar - Santalpur, Patan
Ganjisar is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Ganjisar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjisar is 508614. The village covers a total geographical area of 1716.78 hectares and falls under the 385340 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ganjisar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganjisar
As per Census 2011, Ganjisar village has a total population of 2,248 people, consisting of 1,177 males and 1,071 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,281 literate and 967 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganjisar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,248 | 1,177 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 187 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,281 | 766 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 411 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjisar
Ganjisar 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 Ganjisar
Ganjisar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ganjisar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Ganjisar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Ganjisar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjisar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjisar 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 Ganjisar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjisar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganjisar
Where is Ganjisar located?
Ganjisar village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganjisar?
Ganjisar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganjisar?
The pincode of Ganjisar is 385340.
What is the population of Ganjisar?
Ganjisar has a total population of 2,248, including 1,177 males and 1,071 females.
How many households are there in Ganjisar?
There are 410 households in Ganjisar.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjisar is 56.98%. Male literacy is 65.08% and female literacy is 48.09%.