Gangta - Kharagpur, Munger
Gangta is a village situated in the Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharagpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Gangta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangta is 243048. The village covers a total geographical area of 1773 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gangta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamui Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangta
As per Census 2011, Gangta village has a total population of 4,366 people, consisting of 2,320 males and 2,046 females. The village has 938 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 707 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,358 literate and 2,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 652 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 212 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,366 | 2,320 | 2,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 707 | 360 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 333 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 2,358 | 1,504 | 854 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,008 | 816 | 1,192 |
Nearby Villages of Gangta
Gangta is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Islampur | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Gaighat | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Tola Tharhi | South | 3.39 km |
| Jagdispur | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Tola Ghutiani | South | 4.36 km |
| Tola Karijhank | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Donra | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Tola Alagjara | South-West | 4.81 km |
| Harchak | South-West | 4.87 km |
| Bagbari | North-East | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gangta. The nearest railway station is Chaura, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Gangta is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Gangta is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gangta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangta
Where is Gangta located?
Gangta village is located in Kharagpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangta?
Gangta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangta?
The pincode of Gangta is 811213.
What is the population of Gangta?
Gangta has a total population of 4,366, including 2,320 males and 2,046 females.
How many households are there in Gangta?
There are 938 households in Gangta.
What is the literacy rate in Gangta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangta is 54.01%. Male literacy is 64.83% and female literacy is 41.74%.