Ganeshpur - Maheshpur, Pakur
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahespur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Pakaur. Gayabathan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 360491. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode.
Ganeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganeshpur
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpur village has a total population of 382 people, consisting of 183 males and 199 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 367 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 183 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 31 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 175 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 82 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 101 | 149 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tasaria | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Majdiha | South | 1.34 km |
| Noni | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Kalajhor | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Kumhirbil | East | 2.17 km |
| Parerkola | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Ganropahari | North | 2.59 km |
| Sagrampur | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Gaibathan | South | 2.74 km |
| Jagatpur | East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ganeshpur. The nearest railway station is Pakur, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakaur to Ganeshpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur is Gayabathan.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 816106.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur has a total population of 382, including 183 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
There are 78 households in Ganeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur is 34.55%. Male literacy is 44.81% and female literacy is 25.13%.