Gangai - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Gangai is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Ambabhona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangai is 380833. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 768031 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gangai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangai
According to the 2011 Census, Gangai village had a total population of 440 people, including 221 males and 219 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.16%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 66.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 440 | 221 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 118 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 174 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 47 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Gangai
Gangai 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 Gangai
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gangai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bargarh to Gangai is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gangai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gangai
Where is Gangai located?
Gangai village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangai is Ambabhona.
What is the pincode of Gangai?
The pincode of Gangai is 768031.
What is the population of Gangai?
Gangai had a total population of 440, including 221 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Gangai?
Gangai had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangai was 77.16%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 66.33%.