Gangapur
About Gangapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gangapur village is 351123. Gangapur village is located in Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanwar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Hemrodih is the gram panchayat of Gangapur village.
The total geographical area of village is 187 hectares. Gangapur has a total population of 1,545 peoples, out of which male population is 784 while female population is 761. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gangapur village is 39.35% out of which 48.47% males and 29.96% females are literate. There are about 209 houses in gangapur village. Pincode of gangapur village locality is 825412.
When it comes to administration, Gangapur 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, Gangapur village comes under Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency. Dhanwar is nearest town to gangapur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gangapur
The population details of Gangapur 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 | 1,545 | 784 | 761 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 402 | 211 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 380 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 404 | 533 |
Connectivity of Gangapur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gangapur
Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is situated in Dhanwar Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Hemrodih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 825412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangapur is 1,545, with 784 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 39.35%. The male literacy rate is 48.47%, while the female literacy rate is 29.96%.