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.
Here you can discover what makes Gangapur unique in its vibrant Patapur-Ganjam region. You’ll see Gangapur’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur has a total population of about 1,731, with approximately 883 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 95 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.65%, with male literacy at about 61.72% and female literacy near 47.29%. There are around 339 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.