Gangoor
Gangoor is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Gangoor village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangoor unique in its vibrant Arkalgud-Hassan region. You’ll see Gangoor’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 Gangoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangoor is 616748. The village spans a total geographical area of 600.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573102. Arkalgud is nearest town to Gangoor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangoor 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 Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangoor
Population of Gangoor
According to the 2011 Census, Gangoor has a total population of about 2,733, with approximately 1,344 males and 1,389 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 261 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 438 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 19. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.91%, with male literacy at about 64.73% and female literacy near 47.37%. There are around 639 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangoor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,733 | 1,344 | 1,389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 135 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 215 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,528 | 870 | 658 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,205 | 474 | 731 |
Connectivity of Gangoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangoor. As per the 2011 stats, Gangoor 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangoor
- Where is Gangoor located?
- Gangoor village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangoor?
- Gangoor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangoor?
- The pincode of Gangoor is 573102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangoor is 2,733, with 1,344 males and 1,389 females.
- How many households are there in Gangoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangoor village has a total of 639 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangoor is 55.91%. The male literacy rate is 64.73%, while the female literacy rate is 47.37%.