Ganeshnagar Village - 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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Ganeshnagar village has a total population of 2,481 people, consisting of 1,274 males and 1,207 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,806 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,490 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshnagar are given below:
| Particulars | 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 gram panchayat of Ganeshnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshnagar is Kasatwadi.
What is the pincode of Ganeshnagar?
The pincode of Ganeshnagar is 401603.
What is the population of Ganeshnagar?
Ganeshnagar has a total population of 2,481, including 1,274 males and 1,207 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshnagar?
There are 563 households in Ganeshnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshnagar is 72.79%. Male literacy is 77.08% and female literacy is 68.27%.