Gangapur
Gangapur is a village located in Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Nawapur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Gangapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Gangapur has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar 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 Gangapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangapur is 525918. The village spans a total geographical area of 330 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 425417. Nawapur is nearest town to Gangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangapur 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 Nawapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangapur
Population of Gangapur
Below is a concise population overview of Gangapur 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 | 827 | 408 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 26 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 777 | 376 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 194 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 214 | 253 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangapur village:
- The total population of Gangapur village is around 827, including approximately 408 males and 419 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Gangapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gangapur village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 777 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gangapur village is about 43.53%, with male literacy at 47.55% and female literacy at 39.62%.
- There are around 218 households in Gangapur village.
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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Nawapur Tehsil, within the Nandurbar 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 425417, 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 827, with 408 males and 419 females.
- How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 43.53%. The male literacy rate is 47.55%, while the female literacy rate is 39.62%.