Ganramari - Habibpur, Malda
Ganramari is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.4 km from Habibpur and around 17.9 km from English Bazar. Rishipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganramari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganramari is 313170. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.02 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ganramari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maldaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganramari
As per Census 2011, Ganramari village has a total population of 5,636 people, consisting of 2,950 males and 2,686 females. The village has 1,296 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 696 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,458 literate and 2,178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganramari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,636 | 2,950 | 2,686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 367 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,426 | 2,309 | 2,117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,458 | 1,981 | 1,477 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,178 | 969 | 1,209 |
Nearby Villages of Ganramari
Ganramari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Chandpur | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Anantapur | East | 1.71 km |
| Mahalbaldi | East | 2.08 km |
| Pathar Srikrishnapur | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Rishipur | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Mianagar | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Chamarjol | North | 2.53 km |
| Nij Hosenpur | South | 2.82 km |
| Srikrishnapur | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Srirampur | East | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganramari
Ganramari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gour Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Ganramari is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Ganramari is about 17.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganramari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganramari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganramari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganramari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ganramari
Where is Ganramari located?
Ganramari village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganramari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganramari is Rishipur.
What is the pincode of Ganramari?
The pincode of Ganramari is 732121.
What is the population of Ganramari?
Ganramari has a total population of 5,636, including 2,950 males and 2,686 females.
How many households are there in Ganramari?
There are 1,296 households in Ganramari.
What is the literacy rate in Ganramari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganramari is 61.36%. Male literacy is 67.15% and female literacy is 54.99%.