Gangajal

Gangajal is a village located in Sonepur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Sonepur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Gangajal village is also a gram panchayat.

Gangajal has its own place in the vibrant Saran 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 Gangajal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangajal is 234558. The village spans a total geographical area of 523 hectares. Sonepur is nearest town to Gangajal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Gangajal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,867 1,487 1,380
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 495 259 236
Scheduled Castes (SC) 138 74 64
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,763 1,013 750
Illiterate Population 1,104 474 630

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

  • The total population of Gangajal village is around 2,867, including approximately 1,487 males and 1,380 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 495 children aged 0–6 years in Gangajal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gangajal village has 138 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gangajal village is about 61.49%, with male literacy at 68.12% and female literacy at 54.35%.
  • There are around 530 households in Gangajal village.

Connectivity of Gangajal

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gangajal

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

Sabalpur Rahar Diyara Barbatta Nazarmira Shahpur Mohabatpur Karam Chak Chhitar Chak Lodipur Chak Chhitar Jan Mohammad

Frequently Asked Questions about Gangajal

Where is Gangajal located?
Gangajal village is situated in Sonepur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangajal?
Gangajal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gangajal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangajal is 2,867, with 1,487 males and 1,380 females.
How many households are there in Gangajal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangajal village has a total of 530 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangajal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangajal is 61.49%. The male literacy rate is 68.12%, while the female literacy rate is 54.35%.