Ganganarayanpur - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Ganganarayanpur is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.3 km from Baru and around 39.5 km from Alipore. Sripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganganarayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganganarayanpur is 334902. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.86 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Jayanagar Majil is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Ganganarayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganganarayanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganganarayanpur village had a total population of 123 people, including 65 males and 58 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.68%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 56.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
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 | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 53 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 12 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Ganganarayanpur
Ganganarayanpur 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 Ganganarayanpur
Ganganarayanpur 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 Ganganarayanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jayanagar Majil to Ganganarayanpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ganganarayanpur is about 39.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganganarayanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganganarayanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganganarayanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganganarayanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ganganarayanpur
Where is Ganganarayanpur located?
Ganganarayanpur village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganganarayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganganarayanpur is Sripur.
What is the pincode of Ganganarayanpur?
The pincode of Ganganarayanpur is 743337.
What is the population of Ganganarayanpur?
Ganganarayanpur had a total population of 123, including 65 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Ganganarayanpur?
Ganganarayanpur had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganganarayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganganarayanpur was 71.68%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 56.00%.