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.
Gangapur Athar has its own place in the vibrant Samastipur 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 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.
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Population of Gangapur Athar
Below is a concise population overview of Gangapur Athar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangapur Athar village:
- The total population of Gangapur Athar village is around 9,408, including approximately 4,887 males and 4,521 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,785 children aged 0–6 years in Gangapur Athar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gangapur Athar village has 2,653 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gangapur Athar village is about 53.75%, with male literacy at 61.74% and female literacy at 45.12%.
- There are around 1,846 households in Gangapur Athar village.
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%.