Uttar Ganespur - Murshidabad Jiaganj, Murshidabad
Uttar Ganespur is a village situated in the Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murshidabad and around 26.1 km from the district headquarters in Berhampore. Bahadurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Ganespur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Ganespur is 314890. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.35 hectares and falls under the 742164 pincode. Jiaganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Uttar Ganespur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Ganespur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Ganespur village has a total population of 1,611 people, consisting of 827 males and 784 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 799 literate and 812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Ganespur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,611 | 827 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 112 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,394 | 725 | 669 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 481 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 346 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Ganespur
Uttar Ganespur 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 Uttar Ganespur
Uttar Ganespur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Uttar Ganespur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jiaganj to Uttar Ganespur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Berhampore to Uttar Ganespur is about 26.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Ganespur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Ganespur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Ganespur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttar Ganespur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Ganespur
Where is Uttar Ganespur located?
Uttar Ganespur village is located in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Ganespur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Ganespur is Bahadurpur.
What is the pincode of Uttar Ganespur?
The pincode of Uttar Ganespur is 742164.
What is the population of Uttar Ganespur?
Uttar Ganespur has a total population of 1,611, including 827 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Ganespur?
There are 326 households in Uttar Ganespur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Ganespur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Ganespur is 49.60%. Male literacy is 58.16% and female literacy is 40.56%.