Ganke

Ganke is a village located in Medininagar subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from Medininagar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ganke village. As per 2009 stats, Kaudiya is the gram panchayat of Ganke village.

Ganke has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ganke

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganke is 366628. The village spans a total geographical area of 939 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822113. Medininagar is nearest town to Ganke village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ganke

Below is a concise population overview of Ganke as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 593 300 293
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 134 76 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 23 12 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 509 255 254
Literate Population 283 164 119
Illiterate Population 310 136 174

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ganke village:

  • The total population of Ganke village is around 593, including approximately 300 males and 293 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Ganke village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ganke village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 509 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ganke village is about 47.72%, with male literacy at 54.67% and female literacy at 40.61%.
  • There are around 120 households in Ganke village.

Connectivity of Ganke

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganke. As per the 2011 stats, Ganke 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ganke

Knowing the nearby villages of Ganke helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganke.

Rajwadih Jamune Pokhraha Kalan Pokhraha Khurd Chianki Jorkat Kewatbar Hisra Alias Pokhraha Banua Alias Sala Bakoia Sonpurwa

Frequently Asked Questions about Ganke

Where is Ganke located?
Ganke village is situated in Medininagar Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganke?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganke is Kaudiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ganke?
The pincode of Ganke is 822113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ganke as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganke is 593, with 300 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Ganke as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ganke village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganke as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganke is 47.72%. The male literacy rate is 54.67%, while the female literacy rate is 40.61%.