Ganeshpur - Meerganj, Bareilly
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Ganeshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 129548. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.86 hectares and falls under the 243505 pincode. Shishgarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ganeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village had a total population of 1,939 people, including 1,017 males and 922 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.23%, with male literacy at 62.81% and female literacy at 38.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 277.
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 | 1,939 | 1,017 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 170 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 149 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 836 | 532 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,103 | 485 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basai | North | 1.51 km |
| Sultanpur | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Aurangabad | West | 1.72 km |
| Ras | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Dunki | South | 1.76 km |
| Dhaneli | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Mohanpur | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Dunka | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Dharmpura | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Bairamnagar | East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagaria Sadat, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 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 Shishgarh to Ganeshpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Ganeshpur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshpur 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 Ganeshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshpur 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 Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 243505.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had a total population of 1,939, including 1,017 males and 922 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur was 51.23%. Male literacy was 62.81% and female literacy was 38.73%.