Gaganpur - Dhanwar, Giridih
Gaganpur is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Jarisingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaganpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaganpur is 351130. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.94 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Gaganpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaganpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gaganpur village had a total population of 277 people, including 160 males and 117 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 731 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.06%, with male literacy at 87.30% and female literacy at 37.89%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 160 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 110 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 50 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Gaganpur
Gaganpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gaganpur
Public transport in the Gaganpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Gaganpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaganpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaganpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaganpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaganpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gaganpur
Where is Gaganpur located?
Gaganpur village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaganpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaganpur is Jarisingha.
What is the pincode of Gaganpur?
The pincode of Gaganpur is 825412.
What is the population of Gaganpur?
Gaganpur had a total population of 277, including 160 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Gaganpur?
Gaganpur had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaganpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaganpur was 66.06%. Male literacy was 87.30% and female literacy was 37.89%.