Ganota - Moonak, Sangrur
Ganota is a village situated in the Moonak tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moonak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sangrur. Ganota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganota is 039937. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 148033 pincode. Moonak is the nearest town.
Ganota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganota
According to the 2011 Census, Ganota village had a total population of 977 people, including 516 males and 461 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.22%, with male literacy at 82.68% and female literacy at 56.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179.
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 | 977 | 516 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 382 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 134 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Ganota
Ganota 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 Ganota
Public transport in the Ganota is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ganota.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sangrur to Ganota is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ganota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganota
Where is Ganota located?
Ganota village is located in Moonak Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganota?
Ganota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganota?
The pincode of Ganota is 148033.
What is the population of Ganota?
Ganota had a total population of 977, including 516 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Ganota?
Ganota had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganota was 70.22%. Male literacy was 82.68% and female literacy was 56.53%.