Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is a village located in Balumath subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Balumath (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Ganeshpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ganeshpur unique in its vibrant Balumath-Latehar region. You’ll see Ganeshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ganeshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganeshpur is 367359. The village spans a total geographical area of 1218 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Balumath is nearest town to Ganeshpur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ganeshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ganeshpur
Population of Ganeshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur has a total population of about 3,342, with approximately 1,725 males and 1,617 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 641 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 936 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 976. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.07%, with male literacy at about 57.10% and female literacy near 36.36%. There are around 594 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ganeshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,342 | 1,725 | 1,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 641 | 319 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 936 | 475 | 461 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 976 | 518 | 458 |
| Literate Population | 1,573 | 985 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,769 | 740 | 1,029 |
Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganeshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Ganeshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ganeshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganeshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganeshpur
- Where is Ganeshpur located?
- Ganeshpur village is situated in Balumath Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
- Ganeshpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
- The pincode of Ganeshpur is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganeshpur is 3,342, with 1,725 males and 1,617 females.
- How many households are there in Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village has a total of 594 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganeshpur is 47.07%. The male literacy rate is 57.10%, while the female literacy rate is 36.36%.