Gangasagar
Gangasagar is a village located in Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Patnagarh (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Gangasagar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangasagar unique in its vibrant Patnagarh-Balangir region. You’ll see Gangasagar’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 Gangasagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangasagar is 420669. The village spans a total geographical area of 430 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767025. Patnagarh is nearest town to Gangasagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Gangasagar
Population of Gangasagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gangasagar has a total population of about 1,138, with approximately 566 males and 572 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 195 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 118. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.42%, with male literacy at about 71.20% and female literacy near 51.75%. There are around 289 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangasagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,138 | 566 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 58 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 403 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 163 | 276 |
Connectivity of Gangasagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangasagar. As per the 2011 stats, Gangasagar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangasagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangasagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangasagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangasagar
- Where is Gangasagar located?
- Gangasagar village is situated in Patnagarh Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangasagar?
- Gangasagar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangasagar?
- The pincode of Gangasagar is 767025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangasagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangasagar is 1,138, with 566 males and 572 females.
- How many households are there in Gangasagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangasagar village has a total of 289 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangasagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangasagar is 61.42%. The male literacy rate is 71.20%, while the female literacy rate is 51.75%.