Gangapur
Gangapur is a village located in Astaranga tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Astaranga (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Korana is the gram panchayat of Gangapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gangapur unique in its vibrant Astaranga-Puri 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 409231. The village spans a total geographical area of 63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752109. Nimapada is nearest town to Gangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Gangapur
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur has a total population of about 398, with approximately 206 males and 192 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 136 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.14%, with male literacy at about 85.44% and female literacy near 68.23%. There are around 95 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 | 398 | 206 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 307 | 176 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 30 | 61 |
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 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 Astaranga Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Korana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gangapur?
- The pincode of Gangapur is 752109, 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 398, with 206 males and 192 females.
- How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 77.14%. The male literacy rate is 85.44%, while the female literacy rate is 68.23%.