Ganeshnagar - Omarga, Dharashiv
Ganeshnagar is a village situated in the Omarga tehsil of Dharashiv district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Umarga and around 100 km from Osmanabad. Ganesh Nagar serves as the Village Panchayat for Ganeshnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshnagar is 561761. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 413606 pincode. Murum is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ganeshnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganeshnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshnagar village had a total population of 498 people, including 266 males and 232 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 91.28% and female literacy at 77.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 498 | 266 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 199 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 67 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshnagar
Ganeshnagar 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 Ganeshnagar
Ganeshnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Murum to Ganeshnagar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Osmanabad to Ganeshnagar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshnagar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganeshnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshnagar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshnagar
Where is Ganeshnagar located?
Ganeshnagar village is located in Omarga Tehsil, Dharashiv district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ganeshnagar?
The Village Panchayat of Ganeshnagar is Ganesh Nagar.
What is the pincode of Ganeshnagar?
The pincode of Ganeshnagar is 413606.
What is the population of Ganeshnagar?
Ganeshnagar had a total population of 498, including 266 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshnagar?
Ganeshnagar had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshnagar was 84.62%. Male literacy was 91.28% and female literacy was 77.27%.