Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.9km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 27.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Babnan is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur village.
Ganeshpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ganeshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganeshpur is 325257. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.69 hectares. Chunchura is nearest town to Ganeshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ganeshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ganeshpur
Population of Ganeshpur
Below is a concise population overview of Ganeshpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,444 | 750 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 746 | 385 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 535 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 215 | 280 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ganeshpur village:
- The total population of Ganeshpur village is around 1,444, including approximately 750 males and 694 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Ganeshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ganeshpur village has 746 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 196 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ganeshpur village is about 65.72%, with male literacy at 71.33% and female literacy at 59.65%.
- There are around 329 households in Ganeshpur village.
Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganeshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Ganeshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ganeshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganeshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganeshpur
- Where is Ganeshpur located?
- Ganeshpur village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur is Babnan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganeshpur is 1,444, with 750 males and 694 females.
- How many households are there in Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village has a total of 329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganeshpur is 65.72%. The male literacy rate is 71.33%, while the female literacy rate is 59.65%.