Gangania - Sultanganj, Bhagalpur
Gangania is a village situated in the Sultanganj subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanganj and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Ganganiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangania is 239630. The village covers a total geographical area of 1246 hectares and falls under the 813213 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gangania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gangania
As per Census 2011, Gangania village has a total population of 8,676 people, consisting of 4,612 males and 4,064 females. The village has 1,627 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,444 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,109 literate and 4,567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,678 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,676 | 4,612 | 4,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,444 | 719 | 725 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,678 | 891 | 787 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,109 | 2,570 | 1,539 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,567 | 2,042 | 2,525 |
Nearby Villages of Gangania
Gangania 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 Gangania
Gangania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gangania has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Gangania is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Gangania is about 27 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 Gangania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gangania
Where is Gangania located?
Gangania village is located in Sultanganj Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangania?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangania is Ganganiya.
What is the pincode of Gangania?
The pincode of Gangania is 813213.
What is the population of Gangania?
Gangania has a total population of 8,676, including 4,612 males and 4,064 females.
How many households are there in Gangania?
There are 1,627 households in Gangania.
What is the literacy rate in Gangania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangania is 47.36%. Male literacy is 55.72% and female literacy is 37.87%.