Gangra

Gangra is a village located in Gidhaur subdivision of Jamui district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Gidhaur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jamui. As per 2009 stats, Gangara is the gram panchayat of Gangra village.

Gangra has its own place in the vibrant Jamui region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gangra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangra is 259060. The village spans a total geographical area of 626 hectares. Jamui is nearest town to Gangra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Gangra

Below is a concise population overview of Gangra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,680 4,051 3,629
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,541 760 781
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,476 775 701
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 3,332 2,106 1,226
Illiterate Population 4,348 1,945 2,403

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangra village:

  • The total population of Gangra village is around 7,680, including approximately 4,051 males and 3,629 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,541 children aged 0–6 years in Gangra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gangra village has 1,476 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gangra village is about 43.39%, with male literacy at 51.99% and female literacy at 33.78%.
  • There are around 1,394 households in Gangra village.

Connectivity of Gangra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangra. As per the 2011 stats, Gangra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gangra

Knowing the nearby villages of Gangra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangra.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gangra

Where is Gangra located?
Gangra village is situated in Gidhaur Subdivision, within the Jamui district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangra?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangra is Gangara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gangra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangra is 7,680, with 4,051 males and 3,629 females.
How many households are there in Gangra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangra village has a total of 1,394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangra is 43.39%. The male literacy rate is 51.99%, while the female literacy rate is 33.78%.