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
As per Census 2011, Ganguar village has a total population of 763 people, consisting of 399 males and 364 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganguar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 763 | 399 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 191 | 179 |
| 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 has a total population of 763, including 399 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Ganguar?
There are 139 households in Ganguar.
What is the literacy rate in Ganguar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganguar is 48.49%. Male literacy is 57.39% and female literacy is 38.74%.