Ganipur Bhan - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Ganipur Bhan is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from Dasua and around 28 km from Hoshiarpur. Ganipur Badhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganipur Bhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganipur Bhan is 030692. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Ganipur Bhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganipur Bhan
According to the 2011 Census, Ganipur Bhan village had a total population of 349 people, including 180 males and 169 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 81.17% and female literacy at 65.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 349 | 180 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 83 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 125 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 55 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Ganipur Bhan
Ganipur Bhan 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 Ganipur Bhan
Ganipur Bhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ganipur Bhan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Ganipur Bhan is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganipur Bhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganipur Bhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganipur Bhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganipur Bhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganipur Bhan
Where is Ganipur Bhan located?
Ganipur Bhan village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganipur Bhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganipur Bhan is Ganipur Badhan.
What is the pincode of Ganipur Bhan?
The pincode of Ganipur Bhan is 144216.
What is the population of Ganipur Bhan?
Ganipur Bhan had a total population of 349, including 180 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Ganipur Bhan?
Ganipur Bhan had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganipur Bhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganipur Bhan was 73.53%. Male literacy was 81.17% and female literacy was 65.79%.