Gangar Kargaon
Gangar Kargaon is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Math is the gram panchayat of Gangar Kargaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Gangar Kargaon unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Gangar Kargaon’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 Gangar Kargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangar Kargaon is 565874. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.25 hectares. Lanja is nearest town to Gangar Kargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangar Kargaon 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangar Kargaon
Population of Gangar Kargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gangar Kargaon has a total population of about 363, with approximately 168 males and 195 females. The sex ratio is around 1160 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.53%, with male literacy at about 73.81% and female literacy near 52.82%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangar Kargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 363 | 168 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 227 | 124 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 44 | 92 |
Connectivity of Gangar Kargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangar Kargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gangar Kargaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangar Kargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangar Kargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangar Kargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangar Kargaon
- Where is Gangar Kargaon located?
- Gangar Kargaon village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangar Kargaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gangar Kargaon is Math (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gangar Kargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangar Kargaon is 363, with 168 males and 195 females.
- How many households are there in Gangar Kargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangar Kargaon village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangar Kargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangar Kargaon is 62.53%. The male literacy rate is 73.81%, while the female literacy rate is 52.82%.