Ganganhal - Kushtagi, Koppal
Ganganhal is a village situated in the Kushtagi taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushtagi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Sanganal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganganhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganganhal is 601506. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.53 hectares and falls under the 583279 pincode. Kushtagi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ganganhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushtagi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganganhal
As per Census 2011, Ganganhal village has a total population of 998 people, consisting of 498 males and 500 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 679 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganganhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 998 | 498 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 679 | 332 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 312 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 186 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Ganganhal
Ganganhal 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 Ganganhal
Ganganhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kushtagi to Ganganhal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Ganganhal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganganhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganganhal 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 Ganganhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganganhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganganhal
Where is Ganganhal located?
Ganganhal village is located in Kushtagi Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganganhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganganhal is Sanganal.
What is the pincode of Ganganhal?
The pincode of Ganganhal is 583279.
What is the population of Ganganhal?
Ganganhal has a total population of 998, including 498 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Ganganhal?
There are 202 households in Ganganhal.
What is the literacy rate in Ganganhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganganhal is 50.80%. Male literacy is 62.65% and female literacy is 39.00%.