Ganespur - Barrackpur - II, North 24 Parganas
Ganespur is a village situated in the Barrackpur - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from Madhabpur and around 9.5 km from Barasat. Sewli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganespur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganespur is 323120. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.02 hectares and falls under the 700121 pincode. Barrackpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ganespur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barrackpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganespur
As per Census 2011, Ganespur village has a total population of 1,671 people, consisting of 848 males and 823 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,328 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganespur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 848 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 60 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 270 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 715 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 133 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Ganespur
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 Ganespur
Ganespur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ganespur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Barrackpur to Ganespur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Ganespur is about 9.5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganespur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganespur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 Ganespur
Where is Ganespur located?
Ganespur village is located in Barrackpur - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganespur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganespur is Sewli.
What is the pincode of Ganespur?
The pincode of Ganespur is 700121.
What is the population of Ganespur?
Ganespur has a total population of 1,671, including 848 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Ganespur?
There are 421 households in Ganespur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganespur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganespur is 79.47%. Male literacy is 84.32% and female literacy is 74.48%.