Gahangu

Gahangu is a village located in Gangapur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gangapur (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Gahangu village is also a gram panchayat.

Gahangu has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gahangu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahangu is 410732. The village spans a total geographical area of 303 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761117. Asika is nearest town to Gahangu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Gahangu

Below is a concise population overview of Gahangu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,804 1,377 1,427
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 345 181 164
Scheduled Castes (SC) 424 201 223
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,876 1,029 847
Illiterate Population 928 348 580

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gahangu village:

  • The total population of Gahangu village is around 2,804, including approximately 1,377 males and 1,427 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 345 children aged 0–6 years in Gahangu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahangu village has 424 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gahangu village is about 66.90%, with male literacy at 74.73% and female literacy at 59.36%.
  • There are around 602 households in Gahangu village.

Connectivity of Gahangu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahangu. As per the 2011 stats, Gahangu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahangu

Knowing the nearby villages of Gahangu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahangu.

Khairaputti Indanapur Singipur Banthapalli Khukundia Nahada Kendupadara Chatula Munigadi Malati Matiapalli

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahangu

Where is Gahangu located?
Gahangu village is situated in Gangapur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahangu?
Gahangu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gahangu?
The pincode of Gahangu is 761117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahangu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahangu is 2,804, with 1,377 males and 1,427 females.
How many households are there in Gahangu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahangu village has a total of 602 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahangu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahangu is 66.90%. The male literacy rate is 74.73%, while the female literacy rate is 59.36%.