Ganj - Jawa, Rewa
Ganj is a village situated in the Jawa tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Parihari Purwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganj is 465326. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.02 hectares and falls under the 486447 pincode. Sirmour is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganj
According to the 2011 Census, Ganj village had a total population of 360 people, including 187 males and 173 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 85.62% and female literacy at 62.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 360 | 187 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 125 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 62 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Ganj
Ganj 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 Ganj
Ganj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ganj.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sirmour to Ganj is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Ganj 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 Ganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganj 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganj
Where is Ganj located?
Ganj village is located in Jawa Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganj is Parihari Purwa.
What is the pincode of Ganj?
The pincode of Ganj is 486447.
What is the population of Ganj?
Ganj had a total population of 360, including 187 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Ganj?
Ganj had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganj was 73.97%. Male literacy was 85.62% and female literacy was 62.33%.