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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village had a total population of 649 people, including 327 males and 322 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.50%, with male literacy at 83.86% and female literacy at 54.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351.
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 | 649 | 327 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 649, including 327 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur was 69.50%. Male literacy was 83.86% and female literacy was 54.84%.