Ganeshpur - Mangrulpir, Washim
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Mangrulpir tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrulpir and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Dhotra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 530757. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.33 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ganeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Washim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpur village has a total population of 815 people, consisting of 415 males and 400 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 648 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 815 | 415 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 189 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 349 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 66 | 101 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharbi | West | 1.39 km |
| Raipur | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Dhotra | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Ghota | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Mozari | South | 2.32 km |
| Pimpri Bk. | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Poghat | North | 2.96 km |
| Umardoh | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Masola Bk. | West | 3.23 km |
| Ismailpur | South-East | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| 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 Mangrulpir to Ganeshpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Ganeshpur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Mangrulpir Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur is Dhotra.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 444403.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur has a total population of 815, including 415 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
There are 211 households in Ganeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur is 79.51%. Male literacy is 84.10% and female literacy is 74.75%.