Ganeshpur - Topchanchi, Dhanbad
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Topchanchi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Topchanchi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Madaidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 361322. The village covers a total geographical area of 392 hectares and falls under the 828402 pincode.
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 Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpur village has a total population of 909 people, consisting of 482 males and 427 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 335 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 909 | 482 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 173 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 312 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 170 | 293 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kathuabad | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Khanwadih | South | 1.62 km |
| Ambadih | West | 1.84 km |
| Sohraia | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Badgaon | North | 1.96 km |
| Majhiladih | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Belmi | East | 2.18 km |
| Kusumdiha | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Gamhara | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Marmi | North-West | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ganeshpur. The nearest railway station is Gomoh Jn, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dhanbad to Ganeshpur 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 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 Topchanchi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur is Madaidih.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 828402.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur has a total population of 909, including 482 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
There are 185 households in Ganeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur is 49.06%. Male literacy is 64.73% and female literacy is 31.38%.