Ganpur - Chopda, Jalgaon
Ganpur is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Ganpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganpur is 526647. The village covers a total geographical area of 1082.93 hectares and falls under the 425108 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ganpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganpur
As per Census 2011, Ganpur village has a total population of 3,880 people, consisting of 1,956 males and 1,924 females. The village has 886 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,325 literate and 1,555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 295 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,880 | 1,956 | 1,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 252 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 145 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 2,325 | 1,314 | 1,011 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,555 | 642 | 913 |
Nearby Villages of Ganpur
Ganpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhawade | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Shikawal | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Galangi | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Galwade | South | 4.02 km |
| Lasur | East | 4.39 km |
| Tode | West | 4.68 km |
| Welode | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Satrasen | North | 6.85 km |
| Hisale | West | 7.07 km |
| Majare Hingone | East | 7.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganpur
Public transport in the Ganpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Ganpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Ganpur 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 Ganpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganpur 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 Ganpur
Where is Ganpur located?
Ganpur village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganpur?
Ganpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganpur?
The pincode of Ganpur is 425108.
What is the population of Ganpur?
Ganpur has a total population of 3,880, including 1,956 males and 1,924 females.
How many households are there in Ganpur?
There are 886 households in Ganpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganpur is 59.92%. Male literacy is 67.18% and female literacy is 52.55%.