Gangahar - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Gangahar is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 97 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Gohara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangahar is 214312. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.01 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gangahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangahar
According to the 2011 Census, Gangahar village had a total population of 122 people, including 67 males and 55 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.75%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 17.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 35 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 32 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gangahar
Gangahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karach Tola | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Naudiha | West | 2.62 km |
| Deohar Purab | South | 2.65 km |
| Gohara | East | 2.90 km |
| Bishram Pur | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Deohar Pashchim | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Bodara Tola | North | 3.67 km |
| Madhuban | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Ajangira | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Barah Pan | North | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangahar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gangahar. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.6 km.
| 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 Sonbhadra to Gangahar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Gangahar is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangahar 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 Gangahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gangahar
Where is Gangahar located?
Gangahar village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangahar is Gohara.
What is the pincode of Gangahar?
The pincode of Gangahar is 231212.
What is the population of Gangahar?
Gangahar had a total population of 122, including 67 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Gangahar?
Gangahar had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangahar was 41.75%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 17.02%.