Ganka - Abu Road, Sirohi
Ganka is a village situated in the Abu Road tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Abu Road and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Ganka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganka is 090152. The village covers a total geographical area of 473 hectares and falls under the 307024 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ganka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Reodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganka
As per Census 2011, Ganka village has a total population of 1,748 people, consisting of 869 males and 879 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 535 literate and 1,213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,539 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,748 | 869 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 186 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,539 | 766 | 773 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 387 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,213 | 482 | 731 |
Nearby Villages of Ganka
Ganka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpur (rural) | East | 1.52 km |
| Talvaron Ka Naka | West | 1.91 km |
| Umarni | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Kyariya | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Duna Kakar | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Abu Road | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Tartoli (rural) | East | 3.44 km |
| Jhamar | West | 3.46 km |
| Santpur (rural) (ct) | South | 4.39 km |
| Morthala | East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganka
Ganka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Abu Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Ganka is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Ganka is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganka
Where is Ganka located?
Ganka village is located in Abu Road Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganka?
Ganka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganka?
The pincode of Ganka is 307024.
What is the population of Ganka?
Ganka has a total population of 1,748, including 869 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Ganka?
There are 305 households in Ganka.
What is the literacy rate in Ganka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganka is 30.61%. Male literacy is 44.53% and female literacy is 16.84%.