Gangia
Gangia is a village located in Bahadurpur subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bahadurpur (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Meknabeda is the gram panchayat of Gangia village.
Here you can discover what makes Gangia unique in its vibrant Bahadurpur-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Gangia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gangia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangia is 227431. The village spans a total geographical area of 143 hectares. Darbhanga is nearest town to Gangia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Gangia
Population of Gangia
According to the 2011 Census, Gangia has a total population of about 1,941, with approximately 1,016 males and 925 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 390 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 482 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.13%, with male literacy at about 54.72% and female literacy near 24.11%. There are around 425 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,941 | 1,016 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 190 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 242 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 779 | 556 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,162 | 460 | 702 |
Connectivity of Gangia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangia. As per the 2011 stats, Gangia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangia
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangia
- Where is Gangia located?
- Gangia village is situated in Bahadurpur Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gangia is Meknabeda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gangia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangia is 1,941, with 1,016 males and 925 females.
- How many households are there in Gangia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangia village has a total of 425 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangia is 40.13%. The male literacy rate is 54.72%, while the female literacy rate is 24.11%.