Ganiganur - Yelandur, Chamarajanagar
Ganiganur is a village situated in the Yelandur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelandur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Yariyuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganiganur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganiganur is 619795. The village covers a total geographical area of 501.5 hectares and falls under the 571441 pincode. Yelandur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ganiganur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kollegal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganiganur
As per Census 2011, Ganiganur village has a total population of 2,459 people, consisting of 1,251 males and 1,208 females. The village has 570 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,397 literate and 1,062 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 620 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganiganur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,459 | 1,251 | 1,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 140 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,146 | 593 | 553 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 620 | 308 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 1,397 | 743 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,062 | 508 | 554 |
Nearby Villages of Ganiganur
Ganiganur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Komaranapura | South | 1.39 km |
| Uppinamole | West | 2.10 km |
| Yeriyur | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Vadagere | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Alkereagrahara | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Malarpalya | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Gumballi | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Erasavadi | South-West | 4.43 km |
| A.devarahalli | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Gowdahalli | East | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganiganur
Public transport in the Ganiganur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 km.
| 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 Yelandur to Ganiganur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Ganiganur is about 22 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 Ganiganur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganiganur 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 Ganiganur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganiganur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganiganur
Where is Ganiganur located?
Ganiganur village is located in Yelandur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganiganur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganiganur is Yariyuru.
What is the pincode of Ganiganur?
The pincode of Ganiganur is 571441.
What is the population of Ganiganur?
Ganiganur has a total population of 2,459, including 1,251 males and 1,208 females.
How many households are there in Ganiganur?
There are 570 households in Ganiganur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganiganur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganiganur is 56.81%. Male literacy is 59.39% and female literacy is 54.14%.