Ganespur - Kakdwip, South 24 Parganas
Ganespur is a village situated in the Kakdwip subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.3 km from Kakdwip and around 78.5 km from Alipore. Pratapadityanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganespur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganespur is 335208. The village covers a total geographical area of 1600.53 hectares and falls under the 743347 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Ganespur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganespur
As per Census 2011, Ganespur village has a total population of 32,932 people, consisting of 16,841 males and 16,091 females. The village has 7,237 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,561 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24,963 literate and 7,969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14,331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganespur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,932 | 16,841 | 16,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,561 | 1,775 | 1,786 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14,331 | 7,407 | 6,924 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 24,963 | 13,564 | 11,399 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,969 | 3,277 | 4,692 |
Nearby Villages of Ganespur
Ganespur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Akshyanagar | South | 2.84 km |
| Ramratanpur | North | 3.24 km |
| Kasinagar | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Kalinagar | West | 3.61 km |
| Bhubannagar | South | 3.86 km |
| Thangara | East | 4.01 km |
| Kakdwip | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Taktipur Abad | East | 4.80 km |
| Sibkalinagar | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Gobindarampur | South-East | 5.22 km |
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 Kakdwip, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Ganespur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ganespur is about 78.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ganespur
Where is Ganespur located?
Ganespur village is located in Kakdwip Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganespur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganespur is Pratapadityanagar.
What is the pincode of Ganespur?
The pincode of Ganespur is 743347.
What is the population of Ganespur?
Ganespur has a total population of 32,932, including 16,841 males and 16,091 females.
How many households are there in Ganespur?
There are 7,237 households in Ganespur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganespur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganespur is 75.80%. Male literacy is 80.54% and female literacy is 70.84%.