Ganful - Ketugram - I, Purba Bardhaman
Ganful is a village situated in the Ketugram - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.1 km from Kandara. Pandugram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganful village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganful is 319224. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.98 hectares and falls under the 713140 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Ganful village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganful
According to the 2011 Census, Ganful village had a total population of 430 people, including 238 males and 192 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 807 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.31%, with male literacy at 71.56% and female literacy at 64.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 238 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 156 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 82 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Ganful
Ganful 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 Ganful
Ganful is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Katwa to Ganful is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganful
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganful village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganful
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganful village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganful
Where is Ganful located?
Ganful village is located in Ketugram - I Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganful?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganful is Pandugram.
What is the pincode of Ganful?
The pincode of Ganful is 713140.
What is the population of Ganful?
Ganful had a total population of 430, including 238 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Ganful?
Ganful had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganful?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganful was 68.31%. Male literacy was 71.56% and female literacy was 64.07%.