Gangas - Railmagra, Rajsamand
Gangas is a village situated in the Railmagra tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Railmagra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Jawasya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangas is 097187. The village covers a total geographical area of 657 hectares and falls under the 313207 pincode. Kapasan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gangas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajsamand Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gangas
As per Census 2011, Gangas village has a total population of 1,057 people, consisting of 512 males and 545 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 524 literate and 533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,057 | 512 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 38 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 324 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 188 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Gangas
Gangas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Laxmipura | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Jagpura | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Surawas | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Sanwalpura | East | 3.68 km |
| Karma Kheri | West | 4.26 km |
| Gilund | South | 4.41 km |
| Gopalpura Khurd | East | 4.48 km |
| Chhatarikhera | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Lakhmipura | South | 4.69 km |
| Majhawas | North-West | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangas
Gangas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kapasan, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kapasan to Gangas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Gangas is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangas
Where is Gangas located?
Gangas village is located in Railmagra Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangas?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangas is Jawasya.
What is the pincode of Gangas?
The pincode of Gangas is 313207.
What is the population of Gangas?
Gangas has a total population of 1,057, including 512 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Gangas?
There are 226 households in Gangas.
What is the literacy rate in Gangas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangas is 49.57%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 36.70%.