Gangapur - Hinganghat, Wardha
Gangapur is a village situated in the Hinganghat tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hinganghat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Bhiwapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur is 534503. The village covers a total geographical area of 367 hectares and falls under the 442307 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 32 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 Hinganghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur village had a total population of 490 people, including 254 males and 236 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.69%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 71.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 216.
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 | 490 | 254 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 107 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 198 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 56 | 83 |
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
Gangapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hinganghat to Gangapur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Gangapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gangapur
Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is located in Hinganghat Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Bhiwapur.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 442307.
What is the population of Gangapur?
Gangapur had a total population of 490, including 254 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur?
Gangapur had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur was 80.69%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 71.83%.