Ganeshpur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from Bongaon and around 56 km from Barasat. Bairampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 322628. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.03 hectares and falls under the 743262 pincode. Bangoan is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ganeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpur village has a total population of 1,256 people, consisting of 641 males and 615 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 939 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 572 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,256 | 641 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 572 | 289 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 939 | 505 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 136 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belgaria | West | 1.02 km |
| Mendia | North | 1.44 km |
| Naoda | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Kansona | East | 1.61 km |
| Dakshin Bhabanipur | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Bairampur | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Shialdanga | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Barddhan Beria | East | 2.10 km |
| Manikpol | West | 2.39 km |
| Huda Bishnupur | South-West | 2.65 km |
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 Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangoan to Ganeshpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Ganeshpur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur is Bairampur.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 743262.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur has a total population of 1,256, including 641 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
There are 297 households in Ganeshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur is 74.76%. Male literacy is 78.78% and female literacy is 70.57%.