Ganeshpur Risod - Risod, Washim
Ganeshpur Risod is a village situated in the Risod tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Risod and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Kuksa serves as the Village Panchayat for Ganeshpur Risod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur Risod is 531357. The village covers a total geographical area of 674.92 hectares and falls under the 444506 pincode. Risod is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ganeshpur Risod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganeshpur Risod
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur Risod village had a total population of 1,138 people, including 585 males and 553 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.16%, with male literacy at 88.78% and female literacy at 63.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,138 | 585 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 95 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 95 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 738 | 435 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 150 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur Risod
Ganeshpur Risod 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 Ganeshpur Risod
Ganeshpur Risod is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Risod to Ganeshpur Risod is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Ganeshpur Risod is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshpur Risod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshpur Risod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ganeshpur Risod
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 Risod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur Risod
Where is Ganeshpur Risod located?
Ganeshpur Risod village is located in Risod Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ganeshpur Risod?
The Village Panchayat of Ganeshpur Risod is Kuksa.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur Risod?
The pincode of Ganeshpur Risod is 444506.
What is the population of Ganeshpur Risod?
Ganeshpur Risod had a total population of 1,138, including 585 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur Risod?
Ganeshpur Risod had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur Risod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur Risod was 76.16%. Male literacy was 88.78% and female literacy was 63.26%.