Ganeshpur - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 83.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dumurgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 316053. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.74 hectares and falls under the 731219 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Ganeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganeshpur
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpur village has a total population of 825 people, consisting of 425 males and 400 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 825 | 425 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 114 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 265 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 160 | 199 |
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
Ganeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rampurhat to Ganeshpur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Ganeshpur is about 83.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur is Dumurgram.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 731219.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur has a total population of 825, including 425 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
There are 195 households in Ganeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur is 56.48%. Male literacy is 62.35% and female literacy is 50.25%.