Ganganagar - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Ganganagar is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Lumbansar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganganagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganganagar is 085288. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 116 km away.
Ganganagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganganagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganganagar village had a total population of 370 people, including 209 males and 161 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 770 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.25%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 41.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 370 | 209 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 133 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 76 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Ganganagar
Ganganagar 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 Ganganagar
Public transport in the Ganganagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Ganganagar is about 116 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganganagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganganagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganganagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganganagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganganagar
Where is Ganganagar located?
Ganganagar village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganganagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganganagar is Lumbansar.
What is the pincode of Ganganagar?
The pincode of Ganganagar is 342022.
What is the population of Ganganagar?
Ganganagar had a total population of 370, including 209 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Ganganagar?
Ganganagar had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganganagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganganagar was 62.25%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 41.98%.