Gangpur

Gangpur is a village located in Nirsa Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chirkunda (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Pandra East is the gram panchayat of Gangpur village.

Gangpur has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gangpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangpur is 362034. The village spans a total geographical area of 35 hectares. Chirkunda is nearest town to Gangpur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gangpur

Below is a concise population overview of Gangpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 898 470 428
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 165 86 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 458 231 227
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 531 314 217
Illiterate Population 367 156 211

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangpur village:

  • The total population of Gangpur village is around 898, including approximately 470 males and 428 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 165 children aged 0–6 years in Gangpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gangpur village has 458 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gangpur village is about 59.13%, with male literacy at 66.81% and female literacy at 50.70%.
  • There are around 195 households in Gangpur village.

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 within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gangpur

Where is Gangpur located?
Gangpur village is situated in Nirsa Chirkunda Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangpur is Pandra East (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gangpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangpur is 898, with 470 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Gangpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangpur village has a total of 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangpur is 59.13%. The male literacy rate is 66.81%, while the female literacy rate is 50.70%.