Gangapur - Ballia
Gangapur is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ganga Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur is 199334. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.06 hectares and falls under the 277208 pincode.
Gangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur
As per Census 2011, Gangapur village has a total population of 5,726 people, consisting of 2,959 males and 2,767 females. The village has 874 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 843 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,498 literate and 2,228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 818 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 258 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,726 | 2,959 | 2,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 843 | 436 | 407 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 818 | 409 | 409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 134 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 3,498 | 2,089 | 1,409 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,228 | 870 | 1,358 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Gangapur 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 Gangapur
Public transport in the Gangapur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Gangapur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangapur
Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Ganga Pur.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 277208.
What is the population of Gangapur?
Gangapur has a total population of 5,726, including 2,959 males and 2,767 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur?
There are 874 households in Gangapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur is 61.09%. Male literacy is 70.60% and female literacy is 50.92%.