Gangapur Athar
Gangapur Athar is a village located in Sarairanjan subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Sarairanjan (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Ganga Pur is the gram panchayat of Gangapur Athar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gangapur Athar unique in its vibrant Sarairanjan-Samastipur region. You’ll see Gangapur Athar’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 Gangapur Athar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangapur Athar is 236910. The village spans a total geographical area of 422 hectares. Smastipur is nearest town to Gangapur Athar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Gangapur Athar
Population of Gangapur Athar
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur Athar has a total population of about 9,408, with approximately 4,887 males and 4,521 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,785 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,653 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.75%, with male literacy at about 61.74% and female literacy near 45.12%. There are around 1,846 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangapur Athar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,408 | 4,887 | 4,521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,785 | 934 | 851 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,653 | 1,395 | 1,258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,057 | 3,017 | 2,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,351 | 1,870 | 2,481 |
Connectivity of Gangapur Athar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangapur Athar. As per the 2011 stats, Gangapur Athar 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur Athar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangapur Athar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangapur Athar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangapur Athar
- Where is Gangapur Athar located?
- Gangapur Athar village is situated in Sarairanjan Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur Athar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur Athar is Ganga Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gangapur Athar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangapur Athar is 9,408, with 4,887 males and 4,521 females.
- How many households are there in Gangapur Athar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur Athar village has a total of 1,846 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangapur Athar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur Athar is 53.75%. The male literacy rate is 61.74%, while the female literacy rate is 45.12%.