Gangala - Ramsar, Barmer
Gangala is a village situated in the Ramsar tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Gangala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangala is 088544. The village covers a total geographical area of 1776.99 hectares and falls under the 344001 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gangala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangala
As per Census 2011, Gangala village has a total population of 1,133 people, consisting of 589 males and 544 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 804 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 339 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,133 | 589 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 125 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 172 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 244 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 345 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Gangala
Gangala 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 Gangala
Public transport in the Gangala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Gangala is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangala 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 Gangala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gangala
Where is Gangala located?
Gangala village is located in Ramsar Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangala?
Gangala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangala?
The pincode of Gangala is 344001.
What is the population of Gangala?
Gangala has a total population of 1,133, including 589 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Gangala?
There are 215 households in Gangala.
What is the literacy rate in Gangala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangala is 29.04%. Male literacy is 41.43% and female literacy is 15.63%.