Gangapur
Gangapur is a village located in Surajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Surajpur (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Gangapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangapur unique in its vibrant Surajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Gangapur’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
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangapur is 432504. The village spans a total geographical area of 419 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497001. Ambikapur is nearest town to Gangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Gangapur
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur has a total population of about 1,757, with approximately 852 males and 905 females. The sex ratio is around 1062 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 142 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 877. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.88%, with male literacy at about 58.80% and female literacy near 43.43%. There are around 368 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,757 | 852 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 149 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 64 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 877 | 431 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 894 | 501 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 351 | 512 |
Connectivity of Gangapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gangapur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangapur
- Where is Gangapur located?
- Gangapur village is situated in Surajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
- Gangapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangapur?
- The pincode of Gangapur is 497001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangapur is 1,757, with 852 males and 905 females.
- How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 50.88%. The male literacy rate is 58.80%, while the female literacy rate is 43.43%.