Gangath
About Gangath
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gangath village is 008452. Gangath village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 83km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Gangath village. As per 2009 stats, Gagwal is the gram panchayat of Gangath village.
The total geographical area of village is 351.95 hectares. Gangath has a total population of 4,194 peoples, out of which male population is 2,160 while female population is 2,034. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 941 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gangath village is 78.23% out of which 82.45% males and 73.75% females are literate. There are about 875 houses in gangath village. Pincode of gangath village locality is 176204.
When it comes to administration, Gangath 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, Gangath village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to gangath village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gangath
The population details of Gangath 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 | 4,194 | 2,160 | 2,034 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 422 | 210 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 718 | 378 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,281 | 1,781 | 1,500 |
| Illiterate Population | 913 | 379 | 534 |
Connectivity of Gangath
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gangath
Where is Gangath located?
Gangath village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangath?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangath is Gagwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangath?
The pincode of Gangath is 176204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangath as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangath is 4,194, with 2,160 males and 2,034 females.
How many households are there in Gangath as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangath village has a total of 875 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangath as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangath is 78.23%. The male literacy rate is 82.45%, while the female literacy rate is 73.75%.