Ganeshganja - Pallahara, Angul
Ganeshganja is a village situated in the Pallahara tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Khamar and around 95 km from Anugul . Sankhamur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshganja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshganja is 403647. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 759118 pincode. Palalahada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ganeshganja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshganja
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshganja village had a total population of 68 people, including 38 males and 30 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 789 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.19%, with male literacy at 84.85% and female literacy at 62.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 10 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshganja
Ganeshganja 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 Ganeshganja
Ganeshganja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Palalahada to Ganeshganja is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Ganeshganja is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshganja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshganja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganeshganja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshganja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshganja
Where is Ganeshganja located?
Ganeshganja village is located in Pallahara Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganeshganja?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshganja is Sankhamur.
What is the pincode of Ganeshganja?
The pincode of Ganeshganja is 759118.
What is the population of Ganeshganja?
Ganeshganja had a total population of 68, including 38 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshganja?
Ganeshganja had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshganja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshganja was 74.19%. Male literacy was 84.85% and female literacy was 62.07%.