Gangal
Gangal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Gangal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangal unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Gangal’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 Gangal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangal is 005435. The village spans a total geographical area of 647.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185154. Akhnoor is nearest town to Gangal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Gangal
Population of Gangal
According to the 2011 Census, Gangal has a total population of about 588, with approximately 303 males and 285 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.37%, with male literacy at about 69.31% and female literacy near 50.88%. There are around 129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 588 | 303 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 355 | 210 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 93 | 140 |
Connectivity of Gangal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangal. As per the 2011 stats, Gangal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gangal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangal
- Where is Gangal located?
- Gangal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangal?
- Gangal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangal?
- The pincode of Gangal is 185154, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangal is 588, with 303 males and 285 females.
- How many households are there in Gangal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangal village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangal is 60.37%. The male literacy rate is 69.31%, while the female literacy rate is 50.88%.