Gangeswar
Gangeswar is a village located in Cuttack Sadar tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Cuttack Sadar (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Kurang Sasan is the gram panchayat of Gangeswar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gangeswar unique in its vibrant Cuttack Sadar-Cuttack region. You’ll see Gangeswar’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 Gangeswar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangeswar is 400139. The village spans a total geographical area of 292 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754002. Bhubaneswar is nearest town to Gangeswar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangeswar 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 Niali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangeswar
Population of Gangeswar
According to the 2011 Census, Gangeswar has a total population of about 1,830, with approximately 957 males and 873 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 628 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.85%, with male literacy at about 81.50% and female literacy near 75.95%. There are around 464 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangeswar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,830 | 957 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 102 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 320 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,443 | 780 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 177 | 210 |
Connectivity of Gangeswar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangeswar. As per the 2011 stats, Gangeswar 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 Gangeswar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangeswar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangeswar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangeswar
- Where is Gangeswar located?
- Gangeswar village is situated in Cuttack Sadar Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangeswar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gangeswar is Kurang Sasan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gangeswar?
- The pincode of Gangeswar is 754002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangeswar is 1,830, with 957 males and 873 females.
- How many households are there in Gangeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangeswar village has a total of 464 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangeswar is 78.85%. The male literacy rate is 81.50%, while the female literacy rate is 75.95%.