Gangem
About Gangem
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gangem village is 626852. Gangem village is located in Ponda taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ponda (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Panaji. As per 2009 stats, Usgao Ganjem is the gram panchayat of Gangem village.
The total geographical area of village is 544.05 hectares. Gangem has a total population of 473 peoples, out of which male population is 251 while female population is 222. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 884 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gangem village is 76.32% out of which 80.88% males and 71.17% females are literate. There are about 112 houses in gangem village. Pincode of gangem village locality is 403401.
When it comes to administration, Gangem village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gangem village comes under Valpoi Vidhan Sabha constituency & North Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Ponda is nearest town to gangem village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gangem
The population details of Gangem cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 251 | 222 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 203 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 48 | 64 |
Connectivity of Gangem
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gangem
Where is Gangem located?
Gangem village is situated in Ponda Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangem?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangem is Usgao Ganjem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangem?
The pincode of Gangem is 403401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangem is 473, with 251 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Gangem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangem village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangem as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangem is 76.32%. The male literacy rate is 80.88%, while the female literacy rate is 71.17%.