Ganeshpur - Peshrar, Lohardaga
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Peshrar subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peshrar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Tuimu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 362974. The village covers a total geographical area of 376 hectares and falls under the 835302 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
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 Bishunpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpur village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 127 males and 123 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 127 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 127 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 70 | 77 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Burju | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Jamgain | West | 2.26 km |
| Sake | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Hurmur | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Chandwa | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Garhgaon | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Nathpur | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Chau | East | 3.65 km |
| Chanri | North | 3.88 km |
| Uru | North-East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lohardaga, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Lohardaga to Ganeshpur is about 40 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 Peshrar Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur is Tuimu.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 835302.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur has a total population of 250, including 127 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
There are 46 households in Ganeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur is 41.20%. Male literacy is 44.88% and female literacy is 37.40%.