Gangapur - Alamnagar, Madhepura
Gangapur is a village situated in the Alamnagar subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alamnagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Gangapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur is 226185. The village covers a total geographical area of 1390 hectares and falls under the 852219 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Gangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur village had a total population of 17,570 people, including 9,146 males and 8,424 females, living in 3,567 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.14%, with male literacy at 50.05% and female literacy at 33.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,087, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,570 | 9,146 | 8,424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,914 | 1,971 | 1,943 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,087 | 1,086 | 1,001 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 42 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 5,754 | 3,591 | 2,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,816 | 5,555 | 6,261 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Gangapur 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 Gangapur
Gangapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Gangapur is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Gangapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur 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 Gangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapur 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangapur
Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is located in Alamnagar Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangapur?
Gangapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 852219.
What is the population of Gangapur?
Gangapur had a total population of 17,570, including 9,146 males and 8,424 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur?
Gangapur had 3,567 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur was 42.14%. Male literacy was 50.05% and female literacy was 33.37%.