Gangajal
Gangajal is a village located in Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Baragaon (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Gangajal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangajal unique in its vibrant Baragaon-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Gangajal’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 Gangajal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangajal is 384083. The village spans a total geographical area of 812 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770018. Rajagangapur is nearest town to Gangajal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gangajal
Population of Gangajal
According to the 2011 Census, Gangajal has a total population of about 2,046, with approximately 1,024 males and 1,022 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,397. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.67%, with male literacy at about 66.02% and female literacy near 49.32%. There are around 487 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangajal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,046 | 1,024 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 115 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,397 | 685 | 712 |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 676 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 348 | 518 |
Connectivity of Gangajal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangajal. As per the 2011 stats, Gangajal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangajal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangajal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangajal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangajal
- Where is Gangajal located?
- Gangajal village is situated in Baragaon Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangajal?
- Gangajal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangajal?
- The pincode of Gangajal is 770018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangajal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangajal is 2,046, with 1,024 males and 1,022 females.
- How many households are there in Gangajal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangajal village has a total of 487 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangajal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangajal is 57.67%. The male literacy rate is 66.02%, while the female literacy rate is 49.32%.