Ganga Ahar
Ganga Ahar is a village located in Chauparan subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Chauparan (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Jagdishpur is the gram panchayat of Ganga Ahar village.
Here you can discover what makes Ganga Ahar unique in its vibrant Chauparan-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Ganga Ahar’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 Ganga Ahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganga Ahar is 367778. The village spans a total geographical area of 230 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825606. Chauparan is nearest town to Ganga Ahar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ganga Ahar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ganga Ahar
Population of Ganga Ahar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganga Ahar has a total population of about 984, with approximately 511 males and 473 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 359 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 113. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.85%, with male literacy at about 53.62% and female literacy near 39.53%. There are around 165 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ganga Ahar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 511 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 189 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 274 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 237 | 286 |
Connectivity of Ganga Ahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganga Ahar. As per the 2011 stats, Ganga Ahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ganga Ahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ganga Ahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganga Ahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganga Ahar
- Where is Ganga Ahar located?
- Ganga Ahar village is situated in Chauparan Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ganga Ahar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ganga Ahar is Jagdishpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ganga Ahar?
- The pincode of Ganga Ahar is 825606, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ganga Ahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganga Ahar is 984, with 511 males and 473 females.
- How many households are there in Ganga Ahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ganga Ahar village has a total of 165 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ganga Ahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganga Ahar is 46.85%. The male literacy rate is 53.62%, while the female literacy rate is 39.53%.