Ganeshpur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Ganeshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 031870. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 146105 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
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 Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village had a total population of 748 people, including 364 males and 384 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.68%, with male literacy at 84.88% and female literacy at 76.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 437.
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 | 748 | 364 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 207 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 275 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 89 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur 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
Ganeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ganeshpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Ganeshpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 146105.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had a total population of 748, including 364 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur was 80.68%. Male literacy was 84.88% and female literacy was 76.84%.