Ganeshpur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Darunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 201106. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.48 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ganeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpur village has a total population of 649 people, consisting of 327 males and 322 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 649 | 327 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 239 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 88 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur 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 Ganeshpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ganeshpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ganeshpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machhlishahr to Ganeshpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Ganeshpur is about 36 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 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur is Darunpur.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 222143.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur has a total population of 649, including 327 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
There are 102 households in Ganeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur is 60.40%. Male literacy is 73.09% and female literacy is 47.52%.