Gangalwadi
About Gangalwadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gangalwadi village is 540810. Gangalwadi village is located in Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmapuri (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Gangalwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 574 hectares. Gangalwadi has a total population of 2,047 peoples, out of which male population is 1,043 while female population is 1,004. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gangalwadi village is 69.37% out of which 76.80% males and 61.65% females are literate. There are about 566 houses in gangalwadi village.
When it comes to administration, Gangalwadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gangalwadi village comes under Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency. Brahmapuri is nearest town to gangalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Gangalwadi
The population details of Gangalwadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,047 | 1,043 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 233 | 124 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 533 | 284 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 801 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 242 | 385 |
Connectivity of Gangalwadi
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gangalwadi
Where is Gangalwadi located?
Gangalwadi village is situated in Brahmapuri Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangalwadi?
Gangalwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gangalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangalwadi is 2,047, with 1,043 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Gangalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangalwadi village has a total of 566 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangalwadi is 69.37%. The male literacy rate is 76.80%, while the female literacy rate is 61.65%.