Ganji

Ganji is a village located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Ganji village is also a gram panchayat.

Ganji has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ganji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganji is 028140. The village spans a total geographical area of 69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143520. Gurdaspur is nearest town to Ganji village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ganji

Below is a concise population overview of Ganji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 773 399 374
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 88 52 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 239 123 116
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 543 307 236
Illiterate Population 230 92 138

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ganji village:

  • The total population of Ganji village is around 773, including approximately 399 males and 374 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Ganji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ganji village has 239 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ganji village is about 70.25%, with male literacy at 76.94% and female literacy at 63.10%.
  • There are around 157 households in Ganji village.

Connectivity of Ganji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganji. As per the 2011 stats, Ganji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ganji

Knowing the nearby villages of Ganji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganji.

Umarpur Khurd Paharipur Rawal Pindi Kathgarh Mansura Ganja Sadda Bhago Kanwan Magar Mudian Sheikha Dhut

Frequently Asked Questions about Ganji

Where is Ganji located?
Ganji village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganji?
Ganji serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ganji?
The pincode of Ganji is 143520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ganji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganji is 773, with 399 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Ganji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ganji village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganji is 70.25%. The male literacy rate is 76.94%, while the female literacy rate is 63.10%.