Gansa - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Gansa is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Dagra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gansa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gansa is 365655. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.39 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Gansa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gansa
According to the 2011 Census, Gansa village had a total population of 359 people, including 195 males and 164 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.24%, with male literacy at 53.50% and female literacy at 26.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 195 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 104 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 84 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 111 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Gansa
Gansa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gansa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gansa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Gansa is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gansa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gansa 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 Gansa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gansa 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 Gansa
Where is Gansa located?
Gansa village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gansa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gansa is Dagra.
What is the pincode of Gansa?
The pincode of Gansa is 822113.
What is the population of Gansa?
Gansa had a total population of 359, including 195 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Gansa?
Gansa had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gansa was 41.24%. Male literacy was 53.50% and female literacy was 26.87%.