Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is a village located in Badwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Badwara (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Ganeshpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ganeshpur unique in its vibrant Badwara-Katni region. You’ll see Ganeshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ganeshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganeshpur is 488446. The village spans a total geographical area of 440.29 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Ganeshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ganeshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ganeshpur
Population of Ganeshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur has a total population of about 1,604, with approximately 828 males and 776 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 196 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 201 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 184. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.59%, with male literacy at about 73.07% and female literacy near 53.48%. There are around 316 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ganeshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,604 | 828 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 99 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 605 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 223 | 361 |
Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganeshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Ganeshpur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ganeshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganeshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganeshpur
- Where is Ganeshpur located?
- Ganeshpur village is situated in Badwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
- Ganeshpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganeshpur is 1,604, with 828 males and 776 females.
- How many households are there in Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganeshpur is 63.59%. The male literacy rate is 73.07%, while the female literacy rate is 53.48%.