Gangapur
Gangapur is a village located in Patapur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Patapur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Gangapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Gangapur 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 Gangapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangapur is 412428. The village spans a total geographical area of 189 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761013. Brahmapur is nearest town to Gangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Gangapur
Population of Gangapur
Below is a concise population overview of Gangapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,731 | 883 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 129 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 41 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 946 | 545 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 338 | 447 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangapur village:
- The total population of Gangapur village is around 1,731, including approximately 883 males and 848 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 260 children aged 0–6 years in Gangapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gangapur village has 95 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gangapur village is about 54.65%, with male literacy at 61.72% and female literacy at 47.29%.
- There are around 339 households in Gangapur village.
Connectivity of Gangapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gangapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangapur
- Where is Gangapur located?
- Gangapur village is situated in Patapur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
- Gangapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangapur?
- The pincode of Gangapur is 761013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangapur is 1,731, with 883 males and 848 females.
- How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 339 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 54.65%. The male literacy rate is 61.72%, while the female literacy rate is 47.29%.