Ganai
Ganai is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Ganai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ganai unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Ganai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ganai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganai is 040851. The village spans a total geographical area of 213.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246472. Joshimath is nearest town to Ganai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Ganai
Population of Ganai
According to the 2011 Census, Ganai has a total population of about 450, with approximately 240 males and 210 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.33%, with male literacy at about 86.25% and female literacy near 75.71%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ganai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 450 | 240 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 366 | 207 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 33 | 51 |
Connectivity of Ganai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganai. As per the 2011 stats, Ganai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ganai
Knowing the nearby villages of Ganai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganai
- Where is Ganai located?
- Ganai village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ganai?
- Ganai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ganai?
- The pincode of Ganai is 246472, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ganai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganai is 450, with 240 males and 210 females.
- How many households are there in Ganai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ganai village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ganai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganai is 81.33%. The male literacy rate is 86.25%, while the female literacy rate is 75.71%.