Gangapur

Gangapur is a village located in Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.6km away from sub-district headquarter Illambazar (tehsildar office) and 45.6km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Ghurisha is the gram panchayat of Gangapur village.

Gangapur has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gangapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangapur is 317996. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731214. Bolpur is nearest town to Gangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Gangapur

Below is a concise population overview of Gangapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 696 369 327
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 88 55 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 483 261 222
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 411 233 178
Illiterate Population 285 136 149

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangapur village:

  • The total population of Gangapur village is around 696, including approximately 369 males and 327 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Gangapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gangapur village has 483 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gangapur village is about 59.05%, with male literacy at 63.14% and female literacy at 54.43%.
  • There are around 177 households in Gangapur village.

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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
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.

Radha Ballabhpur Narasingpur Mirzapur Baruipur Debipur Naoga Kamalpur Nanasol Murandihi Chunpalashi Sabajpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gangapur

Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is situated in Illambazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Ghurisha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 731214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangapur is 696, with 369 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 59.05%. The male literacy rate is 63.14%, while the female literacy rate is 54.43%.