Gangapur
Gangapur is a village located in Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gargoti (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Gangapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangapur unique in its vibrant Bhudargad-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Gangapur’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 Gangapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangapur is 567767. The village spans a total geographical area of 576 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416209. Murgud is nearest town to Gangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Gangapur
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur has a total population of about 2,794, with approximately 1,441 males and 1,353 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 263 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.80%, with male literacy at about 81.96% and female literacy near 67.18%. There are around 620 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,794 | 1,441 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 119 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 137 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,090 | 1,181 | 909 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 260 | 444 |
Connectivity of Gangapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gangapur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangapur
- Where is Gangapur located?
- Gangapur village is situated in Bhudargad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
- Gangapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangapur?
- The pincode of Gangapur is 416209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangapur is 2,794, with 1,441 males and 1,353 females.
- How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 620 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 74.80%. The male literacy rate is 81.96%, while the female literacy rate is 67.18%.