17 Md-A - Gharsana, Ganganagar
17 Md-A is a village situated in the Gharsana tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharsana and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. 17 Md serves as the Gram Panchayat for 17 Md-A village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 17 Md-A is 066255. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 335711 pincode. Anupgarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
17 Md-A village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of 17 Md-A
As per Census 2011, 17 Md-A village has a total population of 1,114 people, consisting of 585 males and 529 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 602 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 550 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for 17 Md-A are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,114 | 585 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 93 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 550 | 281 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 362 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 223 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of 17 Md-A
17 Md-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 Md-b | West | 1.40 km |
| 16 Md | East | 1.41 km |
| 4 Str | South-East | 1.53 km |
| 15 Md | North | 1.70 km |
| 2 Str | East | 2.27 km |
| 18 Md-b | North-West | 2.28 km |
| 18 Md-a | North-West | 2.29 km |
| 19 Md | West | 2.41 km |
| 4 Gd-a | South | 2.56 km |
| 13 Md-b | North-East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 17 Md-A
17 Md-A is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 91.6 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anupgarh to 17 Md-A is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to 17 Md-A is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 17 Md-A
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 17 Md-A 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 17 Md-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 Md-A 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about 17 Md-A
Where is 17 Md-A located?
17 Md-A village is located in Gharsana Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 17 Md-A?
The Gram Panchayat of 17 Md-A is 17 Md.
What is the pincode of 17 Md-A?
The pincode of 17 Md-A is 335711.
What is the population of 17 Md-A?
17 Md-A has a total population of 1,114, including 585 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in 17 Md-A?
There are 234 households in 17 Md-A.
What is the literacy rate in 17 Md-A?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 17 Md-A is 54.04%. Male literacy is 61.88% and female literacy is 45.37%.