Ganthi - Desuri, Pali
Ganthi is a village situated in the Desuri tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Desuri and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Sumer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganthi is 091128. The village covers a total geographical area of 1942.67 hectares and falls under the 306703 pincode. Sadri is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Ganthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganthi
As per Census 2011, Ganthi village has a total population of 2,573 people, consisting of 1,305 males and 1,268 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,281 literate and 1,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 620 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 549 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,573 | 1,305 | 1,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 209 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 313 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 549 | 273 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 1,281 | 821 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 484 | 808 |
Nearby Villages of Ganthi
Ganthi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Vardiya | North | 2.61 km |
| Gurha Askaran | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Sumer | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Bagol | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Teekhi | West | 4.09 km |
| Daylana Khurd | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Sewantri | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Gurha Deora Mertiyan | North | 4.39 km |
| Jamboo Ka Talab | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Magar Talab | North | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganthi
Ganthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Somesar, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sadri to Ganthi is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Ganthi is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganthi 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 Ganthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganthi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ganthi
Where is Ganthi located?
Ganthi village is located in Desuri Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganthi is Sumer.
What is the pincode of Ganthi?
The pincode of Ganthi is 306703.
What is the population of Ganthi?
Ganthi has a total population of 2,573, including 1,305 males and 1,268 females.
How many households are there in Ganthi?
There are 484 households in Ganthi.
What is the literacy rate in Ganthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganthi is 49.79%. Male literacy is 62.91% and female literacy is 36.28%.