Ganeshnagar - Jawhar, Palghar
Ganeshnagar is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Jawhar and around 115 km from Thane. Kasatwadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Ganeshnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshnagar is 551918. The village falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ganeshnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshnagar village had a total population of 2,481 people, including 1,274 males and 1,207 females, living in 563 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.42%, with male literacy at 88.23% and female literacy at 78.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,490.
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 | 2,481 | 1,274 | 1,207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 161 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,490 | 763 | 727 |
| Literate Population | 1,806 | 982 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 292 | 383 |
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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Ganeshnagar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ganeshnagar is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganeshnagar
Where is Ganeshnagar located?
Ganeshnagar village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ganeshnagar?
The Village Panchayat of Ganeshnagar is Kasatwadi.
What is the pincode of Ganeshnagar?
The pincode of Ganeshnagar is 401603.
What is the population of Ganeshnagar?
Ganeshnagar had a total population of 2,481, including 1,274 males and 1,207 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshnagar?
Ganeshnagar had 563 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshnagar was 83.42%. Male literacy was 88.23% and female literacy was 78.33%.