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
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village had a total population of 825 people, including 425 males and 400 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.43%, with male literacy at 75.28% and female literacy at 61.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212.
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 | 825 | 425 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 114 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 825, including 425 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur was 68.43%. Male literacy was 75.28% and female literacy was 61.09%.