Ganges, Michigan
Ganges: township of Michigan.
About
Ganges is a township located in the county of Allegan in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,530 and a population density of 30 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,689 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Ganges
| Population | 2,689 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Allegan County |
| Postal code | 49408 |
| Area | 84.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.5770,-86.2103 |
| Altitude | 699 feet / 213 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Detroit |
| Local time | 15:14:53 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 32 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 6.28% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 65℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Ganges is located at 42°34'37"N 86°12'37"W (42.5769700, -86.2103100).
Ganges map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 65. East northeast wind around 15 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Ganges increased by 6.28% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,530 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,532 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,539 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,555 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,583 | 1.1% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,598 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,609 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,635 | 1% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,643 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,669 | 0.98% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,689 | 0.75% | estimation process |
People born in Ganges (1)
Union Army soldier John M. Wever was born in Ganges
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Ganges, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 170301 | Hope College | Holland (MI) | 49422-9000 |
Nearby Transit Stations (15)
Rail and bus stations connected to Ganges, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOM | Holland station | 171 Lincoln Ave. | RAIL |
| BAM | Bangor | 541 Railroad St. | RAIL |
| SJM | St. Joseph | 410 1/2 Vine Street | RAIL |
| KAL | Kalamazoo Transportation Center | 459 North Burdick St. | RAIL |
| GRR | Vernon J. Ehlers Station | 431 Wealthy St. SW | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Ganges.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Dougla Post Office | Douglas (MI) | 49406 |
Other cities in Allegan County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Allegan County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Holland | 26,033 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Mount Pleasant | 24,274 | City in Isabella County, Michigan, United States |
| Allegan | 4,749 | City in Michigan |
| Plainwell | 3,774 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Wayland | 3,473 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Saugatuck | 3,408 | City in Allegan County in the U. |
| Fennville | 1,434 | City in Allegan County, Michigan, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Ganges distances to largest Michigan cities