Gangapur
Gangapur is a village located in Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Pindra (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Varanasi. As per 2009 stats, Gangapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangapur unique in its vibrant Pindra-Varanasi region. You’ll see Gangapur’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 Gangapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangapur is 208690. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.51 hectares. Varanasi is nearest town to Gangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Gangapur
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur has a total population of about 2,165, with approximately 1,064 males and 1,101 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 281 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 472 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 66.14%, with male literacy at about 74.06% and female literacy near 58.49%. There are around 306 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,165 | 1,064 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 142 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 225 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,432 | 788 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 276 | 457 |
Connectivity of Gangapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gangapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangapur
- Where is Gangapur located?
- Gangapur village is situated in Pindra Tehsil, within the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
- Gangapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangapur is 2,165, with 1,064 males and 1,101 females.
- How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 306 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 66.14%. The male literacy rate is 74.06%, while the female literacy rate is 58.49%.