Gangpur
Gangpur is a village located in Pendra Road Gorella tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gaurella (tehsildar office) and 124km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Gangpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangpur unique in its vibrant Pendra Road Gorella-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Gangpur’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 Gangpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangpur is 437443. The village spans a total geographical area of 1108.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495117. Gaurella is nearest town to Gangpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Gangpur
Population of Gangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangpur has a total population of about 1,852, with approximately 927 males and 925 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 268 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,218. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.14%, with male literacy at about 52.00% and female literacy near 38.27%. There are around 506 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,852 | 927 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 137 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,218 | 609 | 609 |
| Literate Population | 836 | 482 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,016 | 445 | 571 |
Connectivity of Gangpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gangpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangpur
- Where is Gangpur located?
- Gangpur village is situated in Pendra Road Gorella Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangpur?
- Gangpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangpur?
- The pincode of Gangpur is 495117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangpur is 1,852, with 927 males and 925 females.
- How many households are there in Gangpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangpur village has a total of 506 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangpur is 45.14%. The male literacy rate is 52.00%, while the female literacy rate is 38.27%.