Ganespur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Ganespur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from Piyali and around 22.7 km from Alipore. Mallikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganespur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganespur is 333888. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.54 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ganespur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganespur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganespur village had a total population of 4,530 people, including 2,204 males and 2,326 females, living in 973 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.26%, with male literacy at 52.36% and female literacy at 46.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 4,530 | 2,204 | 2,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 744 | 361 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,865 | 965 | 900 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,665 | 1,239 | 1,426 |
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 van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Ganespur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ganespur is about 22.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ganespur
Where is Ganespur located?
Ganespur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganespur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganespur is Mallikpur.
What is the pincode of Ganespur?
The pincode of Ganespur is 700144.
What is the population of Ganespur?
Ganespur had a total population of 4,530, including 2,204 males and 2,326 females.
How many households are there in Ganespur?
Ganespur had 973 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganespur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganespur was 49.26%. Male literacy was 52.36% and female literacy was 46.32%.