Gangapur - Jawhar, Palghar
Gangapur is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Jawhar and around 117 km from Thane. Aaptale serves as the Village Panchayat for Gangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur is 551929. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur village had a total population of 636 people, including 328 males and 308 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.35%, with male literacy at 51.67% and female literacy at 39.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 632.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 636 | 328 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 59 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 328 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 139 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 189 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Gangapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gangapur
Public transport in the Gangapur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Gangapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Gangapur is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gangapur
Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gangapur?
The Village Panchayat of Gangapur is Aaptale.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 401603.
What is the population of Gangapur?
Gangapur had a total population of 636, including 328 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur?
Gangapur had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur was 45.35%. Male literacy was 51.67% and female literacy was 39.03%.