Ganguar - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Ganguar is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Genguwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganguar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganguar is 213558. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.94 hectares and falls under the 231216 pincode. Robertsganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Ganguar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghorawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganguar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganguar village had a total population of 763 people, including 399 males and 364 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.99%, with male literacy at 67.35% and female literacy at 47.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 370.
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 | 763 | 399 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 191 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 229 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 170 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Ganguar
Ganguar 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 Ganguar
Ganguar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ganguar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Robertsganj to Ganguar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Ganguar is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganguar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganguar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganguar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganguar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganguar
Where is Ganguar located?
Ganguar village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganguar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganguar is Genguwar.
What is the pincode of Ganguar?
The pincode of Ganguar is 231216.
What is the population of Ganguar?
Ganguar had a total population of 763, including 399 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Ganguar?
Ganguar had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganguar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganguar was 57.99%. Male literacy was 67.35% and female literacy was 47.32%.