Gangwal
Gangwal is a village located in Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Gola (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Gangwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangwal unique in its vibrant Gola-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Gangwal’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 Gangwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangwal is 187716. The village spans a total geographical area of 36.39 hectares. Gola is nearest town to Gangwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gangwal
Population of Gangwal
According to the 2011 Census, Gangwal has a total population of about 731, with approximately 342 males and 389 females. The sex ratio is around 1137 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 411 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.30%, with male literacy at about 78.65% and female literacy near 51.67%. There are around 114 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 731 | 342 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 39 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 188 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 470 | 269 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 73 | 188 |
Connectivity of Gangwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangwal. As per the 2011 stats, Gangwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangwal
- Where is Gangwal located?
- Gangwal village is situated in Gola Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangwal?
- Gangwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gangwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangwal is 731, with 342 males and 389 females.
- How many households are there in Gangwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangwal village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangwal is 64.30%. The male literacy rate is 78.65%, while the female literacy rate is 51.67%.