Ganeshpur - Ikauna, Shrawasti
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Ikauna tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ikauna and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bhinga. Ganeshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 173069. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.6 hectares and falls under the 271845 pincode. Ikauna 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 Shrawasti Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village had a total population of 1,231 people, including 652 males and 579 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.60%, with male literacy at 59.81% and female literacy at 37.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 1,231 | 652 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 122 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 317 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 335 | 402 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Luxmanpur Gorpurwa | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Beni Dihua | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Semaritarhar | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Bahadurpur | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Dharampur | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Mujhaniya | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Kirhauna | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Bhikhpur Tarai | East | 3.31 km |
| Barat Bhari | East | 3.38 km |
| Piprahawa | North | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jharkhandi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ikauna to Ganeshpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhinga to Ganeshpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Ikauna Tehsil, Shrawasti 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 271845.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had a total population of 1,231, including 652 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur was 49.60%. Male literacy was 59.81% and female literacy was 37.98%.