Gangalwadi
Gangalwadi is a village 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.
Gangalwadi has its own place in the vibrant Chandrapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gangalwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangalwadi is 540810. The village spans a total geographical area of 574 hectares. Brahmapuri is nearest town to Gangalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangalwadi 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 Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangalwadi
Population of Gangalwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Gangalwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,047 | 1,043 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 124 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 284 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 801 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 242 | 385 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangalwadi village:
- The total population of Gangalwadi village is around 2,047, including approximately 1,043 males and 1,004 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 233 children aged 0–6 years in Gangalwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gangalwadi village has 533 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 96 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gangalwadi village is about 69.37%, with male literacy at 76.80% and female literacy at 61.65%.
- There are around 566 households in Gangalwadi village.
Connectivity of Gangalwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Gangalwadi 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 Gangalwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangalwadi.
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%.