Gangavaram
Gangavaram is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gangavaram village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gengavaram is the gram panchayat of Gangavaram village.
Here you can discover what makes Gangavaram unique in its vibrant Polur-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Gangavaram’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 Gangavaram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangavaram is 631743. The village spans a total geographical area of 1234.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606901. Polur is nearest town to Gangavaram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gangavaram
Population of Gangavaram
According to the 2011 Census, Gangavaram has a total population of about 4,756, with approximately 2,438 males and 2,318 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 591 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,572 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.58%, with male literacy at about 68.38% and female literacy near 48.27%. There are around 1,115 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangavaram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,756 | 2,438 | 2,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 341 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,572 | 802 | 770 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,786 | 1,667 | 1,119 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,970 | 771 | 1,199 |
Connectivity of Gangavaram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangavaram. As per the 2011 stats, Gangavaram 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 20 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangavaram
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangavaram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangavaram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangavaram
- Where is Gangavaram located?
- Gangavaram village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangavaram?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gangavaram is Gengavaram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gangavaram?
- The pincode of Gangavaram is 606901, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangavaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangavaram is 4,756, with 2,438 males and 2,318 females.
- How many households are there in Gangavaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangavaram village has a total of 1,115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangavaram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangavaram is 58.58%. The male literacy rate is 68.38%, while the female literacy rate is 48.27%.