Gangrai
Gangrai is a village located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Gangrai village is also a gram panchayat.
Gangrai has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Gangrai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangrai is 565189. The village spans a total geographical area of 445 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Gangrai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangrai 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangrai
Population of Gangrai
Below is a concise population overview of Gangrai 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 | 1,166 | 522 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 855 | 420 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 102 | 209 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangrai village:
- The total population of Gangrai village is around 1,166, including approximately 522 males and 644 females, with a sex ratio of 1233 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Gangrai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Gangrai village is about 73.33%, with male literacy at 80.46% and female literacy at 67.55%.
- There are around 274 households in Gangrai village.
Connectivity of Gangrai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangrai. As per the 2011 stats, Gangrai 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangrai
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangrai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangrai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangrai
- Where is Gangrai located?
- Gangrai village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangrai?
- Gangrai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gangrai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangrai is 1,166, with 522 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Gangrai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangrai village has a total of 274 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangrai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangrai is 73.33%. The male literacy rate is 80.46%, while the female literacy rate is 67.55%.