Ganiyar - Narwar, Shivpuri
Ganiyar is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Ganiyar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganiyar is 455505. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.8 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ganiyar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganiyar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganiyar village had a total population of 1,312 people, including 701 males and 611 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.19%, with male literacy at 82.11% and female literacy at 54.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 1,312 | 701 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 142 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 459 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 242 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Ganiyar
Ganiyar 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 Ganiyar
Ganiyar 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 Narwar to Ganiyar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Ganiyar 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 Ganiyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganiyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganiyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganiyar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganiyar
Where is Ganiyar located?
Ganiyar village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganiyar?
Ganiyar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganiyar?
The pincode of Ganiyar is 473880.
What is the population of Ganiyar?
Ganiyar had a total population of 1,312, including 701 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Ganiyar?
Ganiyar had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganiyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganiyar was 69.19%. Male literacy was 82.11% and female literacy was 54.64%.