Gajpur
Gajpur is a village located in Sonua subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sonua (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Bari is the gram panchayat of Gajpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gajpur unique in its vibrant Sonua-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Gajpur’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 Gajpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajpur is 376945. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833103. Sonua is nearest town to Gajpur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gajpur 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 Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gajpur
Population of Gajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gajpur has a total population of about 463, with approximately 239 males and 224 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.74%, with male literacy at about 81.17% and female literacy near 51.34%. There are around 98 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 463 | 239 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 309 | 194 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 45 | 109 |
Connectivity of Gajpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gajpur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajpur
- Where is Gajpur located?
- Gajpur village is situated in Sonua Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gajpur is Bari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gajpur?
- The pincode of Gajpur is 833103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajpur is 463, with 239 males and 224 females.
- How many households are there in Gajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajpur village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajpur is 66.74%. The male literacy rate is 81.17%, while the female literacy rate is 51.34%.