Gangasandra
Gangasandra is a village located in Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Gauribidanur (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Chikkaballapur. As per 2009 stats, Gangasandra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangasandra unique in its vibrant Gauribidanur-Chikkaballapura region. You’ll see Gangasandra’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 Gangasandra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangasandra is 623269. The village spans a total geographical area of 1164.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 561208. Gauribidanur is nearest town to Gangasandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangasandra 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 Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangasandra
Population of Gangasandra
According to the 2011 Census, Gangasandra has a total population of about 3,272, with approximately 1,667 males and 1,605 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 292 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 291. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.60%, with male literacy at about 72.35% and female literacy near 54.52%. There are around 726 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangasandra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,272 | 1,667 | 1,605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 137 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,150 | 580 | 570 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 139 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 2,081 | 1,206 | 875 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,191 | 461 | 730 |
Connectivity of Gangasandra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangasandra. As per the 2011 stats, Gangasandra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangasandra
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangasandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangasandra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangasandra
- Where is Gangasandra located?
- Gangasandra village is situated in Gauribidanur Taluka, within the Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangasandra?
- Gangasandra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangasandra?
- The pincode of Gangasandra is 561208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangasandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangasandra is 3,272, with 1,667 males and 1,605 females.
- How many households are there in Gangasandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangasandra village has a total of 726 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangasandra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangasandra is 63.60%. The male literacy rate is 72.35%, while the female literacy rate is 54.52%.