Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Ganeshpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ganeshpur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Ganeshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ganeshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganeshpur is 031870. The village spans a total geographical area of 114 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146108. Garhshankar is nearest town to Ganeshpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ganeshpur
Population of Ganeshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur has a total population of about 748, with approximately 364 males and 384 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 437 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.13%, with male literacy at about 75.55% and female literacy near 70.83%. There are around 156 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ganeshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 547 | 275 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 89 | 112 |
Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganeshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Ganeshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ganeshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganeshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganeshpur
- Where is Ganeshpur located?
- Ganeshpur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
- Ganeshpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
- The pincode of Ganeshpur is 146108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganeshpur is 748, with 364 males and 384 females.
- How many households are there in Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village has a total of 156 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganeshpur is 73.13%. The male literacy rate is 75.55%, while the female literacy rate is 70.83%.