Gangapur

Gangapur is a village located in Rajnagar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.3km away from sub-district headquarter Rajnagar. Suri is the district headquarter of Gangapur village. As per 2009 stats, Gangmuri Joypur is the gram panchayat of Gangapur village.

Here you can discover what makes Gangapur unique in its vibrant Rajnagar-Birbhum 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 316920. The village spans a total geographical area of 325.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731130. Suri is nearest town to Gangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Gangapur

According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur has a total population of about 1,006, with approximately 507 males and 499 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 456 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 379. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.25%, with male literacy at about 68.44% and female literacy near 47.90%. There are around 220 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,006 507 499
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 131 64 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 456 233 223
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 379 188 191
Literate Population 586 347 239
Illiterate Population 420 160 260

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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

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 Rajnagar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Gangmuri Joypur (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 731130, 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 1,006, with 507 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 58.25%. The male literacy rate is 68.44%, while the female literacy rate is 47.90%.