Guru Ganja
Guru Ganja is a village located in Debra subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Balichak are the district & sub-district headquarters of Guru Ganja village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jalimanda is the gram panchayat of Guru Ganja village.
Here you can discover what makes Guru Ganja unique in its vibrant Debra-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Guru Ganja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Guru Ganja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guru Ganja is 342454. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721124. Kharagpur is nearest town to Guru Ganja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Guru Ganja
According to the 2011 Census, Guru Ganja has a total population of about 495, with approximately 255 males and 240 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 200. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.46%, with male literacy at about 72.55% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guru Ganja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 255 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 185 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 70 | 96 |
Connectivity of Guru Ganja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guru Ganja. As per the 2011 stats, Guru Ganja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guru Ganja
Knowing the nearby villages of Guru Ganja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guru Ganja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guru Ganja
- Where is Guru Ganja located?
- Guru Ganja village is situated in Debra Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guru Ganja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guru Ganja is Jalimanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guru Ganja?
- The pincode of Guru Ganja is 721124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guru Ganja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guru Ganja is 495, with 255 males and 240 females.
- How many households are there in Guru Ganja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guru Ganja village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guru Ganja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guru Ganja is 66.46%. The male literacy rate is 72.55%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.