Ganga Cheri - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Ganga Cheri is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.9 km from Canning and around 57.6 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganga Cheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganga Cheri is 333837. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.09 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ganga Cheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganga Cheri
According to the 2011 Census, Ganga Cheri village had a total population of 3,403 people, including 1,720 males and 1,683 females, living in 673 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.34%, with male literacy at 67.29% and female literacy at 53.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 702.
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 | 3,403 | 1,720 | 1,683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 338 | 327 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 702 | 345 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 1,652 | 930 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,751 | 790 | 961 |
Nearby Villages of Ganga Cheri
Ganga Cheri 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 Ganga Cheri
Ganga Cheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ganga Cheri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Canning to Ganga Cheri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ganga Cheri is about 57.6 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 Ganga Cheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganga Cheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganga Cheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganga Cheri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganga Cheri
Where is Ganga Cheri located?
Ganga Cheri village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganga Cheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganga Cheri is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Ganga Cheri?
The pincode of Ganga Cheri is 743329.
What is the population of Ganga Cheri?
Ganga Cheri had a total population of 3,403, including 1,720 males and 1,683 females.
How many households are there in Ganga Cheri?
Ganga Cheri had 673 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganga Cheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganga Cheri was 60.34%. Male literacy was 67.29% and female literacy was 53.24%.