Gangadah
Gangadah is a village located in Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Maheshpur (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Pakur. As per 2009 stats, Bakura is the gram panchayat of Gangadah village.
Here you can discover what makes Gangadah unique in its vibrant Maheshpur-Pakur region. You’ll see Gangadah’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 Gangadah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangadah is 360806. The village spans a total geographical area of 216 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816106. Maheshpur is nearest town to Gangadah village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gangadah
Population of Gangadah
According to the 2011 Census, Gangadah has a total population of about 2,075, with approximately 1,080 males and 995 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 376 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.48%, with male literacy at about 61.39% and female literacy near 51.16%. There are around 438 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangadah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,075 | 1,080 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 200 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 663 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 417 | 486 |
Connectivity of Gangadah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangadah. As per the 2011 stats, Gangadah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangadah
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangadah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangadah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangadah
- Where is Gangadah located?
- Gangadah village is situated in Maheshpur Subdivision, within the Pakur district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangadah?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gangadah is Bakura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gangadah?
- The pincode of Gangadah is 816106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangadah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangadah is 2,075, with 1,080 males and 995 females.
- How many households are there in Gangadah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangadah village has a total of 438 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangadah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangadah is 56.48%. The male literacy rate is 61.39%, while the female literacy rate is 51.16%.