Ganeshpur - Chalisgaon, Jalgaon
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalisgaon and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Ganeshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 527846. The village covers a total geographical area of 504.65 hectares and falls under the 424119 pincode. Chalisgaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ganeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganeshpur
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpur village has a total population of 2,767 people, consisting of 1,451 males and 1,316 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,676 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 578 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,767 | 1,451 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 221 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 578 | 294 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 1,676 | 974 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 477 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Odhare | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Valthan | East | 3.36 km |
| Chitegaon | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Vishnunagar | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Shindi | West | 3.59 km |
| Patana | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Beldarwadi | North-East | 5.10 km |
| Tambole Kh. | North | 5.38 km |
| Talegaon | North-West | 5.72 km |
| Ganpur | North-East | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Public transport in the Ganeshpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hirapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalisgaon to Ganeshpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Ganeshpur is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganeshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Chalisgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 424119.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur has a total population of 2,767, including 1,451 males and 1,316 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
There are 561 households in Ganeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur is 60.57%. Male literacy is 67.13% and female literacy is 53.34%.