Gangajit

Gangajit is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.8km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 86.5km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Maligaon is the gram panchayat of Gangajit village.

Here you can discover what makes Gangajit unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Gangajit’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 Gangajit

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangajit is 310549. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Kaliyaganj is nearest town to Gangajit village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Gangajit

According to the 2011 Census, Gangajit has a total population of about 246, with approximately 129 males and 117 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 116. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.93%, with male literacy at about 51.94% and female literacy near 39.32%. There are around 62 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangajit's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 246 129 117
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 26 14 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 112 56 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 116 63 53
Literate Population 113 67 46
Illiterate Population 133 62 71

Connectivity of Gangajit

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangajit. As per the 2011 stats, Gangajit had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gangajit

Knowing the nearby villages of Gangajit helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangajit.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gangajit

Where is Gangajit located?
Gangajit village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangajit?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangajit is Maligaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangajit?
The pincode of Gangajit is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangajit as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangajit is 246, with 129 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Gangajit as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangajit village has a total of 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangajit as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangajit is 45.93%. The male literacy rate is 51.94%, while the female literacy rate is 39.32%.