Ganjpura - Sonkatch, Dewas
Ganjpura is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Sanwer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjpura is 473494. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.92 hectares and falls under the 455118 pincode. Sonkatch is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Ganjpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganjpura
According to the 2011 Census, Ganjpura village had a total population of 2,762 people, including 1,461 males and 1,301 females, living in 490 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.79%, with male literacy at 83.09% and female literacy at 56.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,074, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 2,762 | 1,461 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 219 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,074 | 579 | 495 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,658 | 1,032 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,104 | 429 | 675 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjpura
Ganjpura 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 Ganjpura
Ganjpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonkatch to Ganjpura is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Ganjpura is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ganjpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjpura 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ganjpura
Where is Ganjpura located?
Ganjpura village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganjpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjpura is Sanwer.
What is the pincode of Ganjpura?
The pincode of Ganjpura is 455118.
What is the population of Ganjpura?
Ganjpura had a total population of 2,762, including 1,461 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Ganjpura?
Ganjpura had 490 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjpura was 70.79%. Male literacy was 83.09% and female literacy was 56.91%.