Gangapura - Nokhra, Barmer
Gangapura is a village situated in the Nokhra tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 54 km from Gudha Malani and around 54 km from Barmer. Khariya Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapura is 087938. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.63 hectares and falls under the 344033 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Gangapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapura
As per Census 2011, Gangapura village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 169 males and 146 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 169 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 73 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 96 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapura
Gangapura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gangapura
Public transport in the Gangapura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Gangapura is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangapura
Where is Gangapura located?
Gangapura village is located in Nokhra Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapura is Khariya Khurd.
What is the pincode of Gangapura?
The pincode of Gangapura is 344033.
What is the population of Gangapura?
Gangapura has a total population of 315, including 169 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Gangapura?
There are 57 households in Gangapura.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapura is 33.97%. Male literacy is 43.20% and female literacy is 23.29%.