Ganeshgaon - Malshiras, Solapur
Ganeshgaon is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ganeshgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshgaon is 562469. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.48 hectares and falls under the 413108 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Ganeshgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshgaon
As per Census 2011, Ganeshgaon village has a total population of 1,285 people, consisting of 671 males and 614 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 796 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,285 | 671 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 85 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 471 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 200 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshgaon
Ganeshgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tambave | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Sangam | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Lawang | South | 3.28 km |
| Wagholi | East | 3.70 km |
| Babhulgaon | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Ozare | West | 4.69 km |
| Tannu | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Narsingpur | North | 5.41 km |
| Karole | South-East | 5.59 km |
| Pimpri Bk. | West | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeshgaon
Ganeshgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Padsali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| 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 Pandharpur to Ganeshgaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ganeshgaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshgaon 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 Ganeshgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganeshgaon
Where is Ganeshgaon located?
Ganeshgaon village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshgaon?
Ganeshgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganeshgaon?
The pincode of Ganeshgaon is 413108.
What is the population of Ganeshgaon?
Ganeshgaon has a total population of 1,285, including 671 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshgaon?
There are 293 households in Ganeshgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshgaon is 61.95%. Male literacy is 70.19% and female literacy is 52.93%.