17 Gd-A - Gharsana, Ganganagar
17 Gd-A is a village situated in the Gharsana tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharsana and around 167 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. 19 Gd serves as the Gram Panchayat for 17 Gd-A village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 17 Gd-A is 066230. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 335707 pincode. Anupgarh is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
17 Gd-A village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of 17 Gd-A
As per Census 2011, 17 Gd-A village has a total population of 125 people, consisting of 65 males and 60 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for 17 Gd-A are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 19 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of 17 Gd-A
17 Gd-A is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| 17 Gd-b | West | 0.95 km |
| 15 Gd | South-East | 1.02 km |
| 19 Gd | West | 1.87 km |
| 16 Gd | North | 1.99 km |
| 14 Gd | East | 2.39 km |
| 18 Gd | North-West | 2.40 km |
| 13 Gd | North-East | 2.97 km |
| 8 Gm-a | South-East | 3.00 km |
| 28 Md-b | North | 3.12 km |
| 3 Skm-b | South | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 17 Gd-A
Public transport in the 17 Gd-A is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anupgarh, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anupgarh to 17 Gd-A is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to 17 Gd-A is about 167 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 17 Gd-A
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 17 Gd-A 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 17 Gd-A
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 17 Gd-A village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about 17 Gd-A
Where is 17 Gd-A located?
17 Gd-A village is located in Gharsana Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 17 Gd-A?
The Gram Panchayat of 17 Gd-A is 19 Gd.
What is the pincode of 17 Gd-A?
The pincode of 17 Gd-A is 335707.
What is the population of 17 Gd-A?
17 Gd-A has a total population of 125, including 65 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in 17 Gd-A?
There are 26 households in 17 Gd-A.
What is the literacy rate in 17 Gd-A?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 17 Gd-A is 58.40%. Male literacy is 70.77% and female literacy is 45.00%.