Gangda - Manoharpur, West Singhbhum
Gangda is a village situated in the Manoharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Manoharpur and around 129 km from Chaibasa. Gangada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangda is 377755. The village covers a total geographical area of 581.82 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode.
Gangda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangda
According to the 2011 Census, Gangda village had a total population of 947 people, including 522 males and 425 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.76%, with male literacy at 56.30% and female literacy at 27.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 927.
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 | 947 | 522 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 927 | 512 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 219 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 303 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Gangda
Gangda 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 Gangda
Gangda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Gangda is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangda
Where is Gangda located?
Gangda village is located in Manoharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangda is Gangada.
What is the pincode of Gangda?
The pincode of Gangda is 833104.
What is the population of Gangda?
Gangda had a total population of 947, including 522 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Gangda?
Gangda had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangda was 43.76%. Male literacy was 56.30% and female literacy was 27.92%.