Gaganpur
About Gaganpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gaganpur village is 316107. Gaganpur village is located in Murarai Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Paikar (tehsildar office) and 86.7km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Jajigram is the gram panchayat of Gaganpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 336.8 hectares. Gaganpur has a total population of 2,033 peoples, out of which male population is 1,019 while female population is 1,014. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 995 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gaganpur village is 55.53% out of which 63.20% males and 47.83% females are literate. There are about 583 houses in gaganpur village. Pincode of gaganpur village locality is 731221.
When it comes to administration, Gaganpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gaganpur village comes under Murarai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Jangipur is nearest town to gaganpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gaganpur
The population details of Gaganpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,033 | 1,019 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 306 | 157 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,159 | 594 | 565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 644 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 375 | 529 |
Connectivity of Gaganpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaganpur
Where is Gaganpur located?
Gaganpur village is situated in Murarai Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaganpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaganpur is Jajigram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gaganpur?
The pincode of Gaganpur is 731221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gaganpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaganpur is 2,033, with 1,019 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Gaganpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaganpur village has a total of 583 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaganpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaganpur is 55.53%. The male literacy rate is 63.20%, while the female literacy rate is 47.83%.