Gannegar
Gannegar is a village located in Chinsurah Magra subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.5km away from sub-district headquarter Chinsurah (tehsildar office) and 20.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Digsuihoyera is the gram panchayat of Gannegar village.
Gannegar has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Gannegar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gannegar is 325048. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712148. Bansbaria is nearest town to Gannegar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gannegar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Balagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gannegar
Population of Gannegar
Below is a concise population overview of Gannegar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 273 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 95 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 155 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 203 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 70 | 144 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gannegar village:
- The total population of Gannegar village is around 548, including approximately 273 males and 275 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Gannegar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gannegar village has 194 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 314 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gannegar village is about 60.95%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 47.64%.
- There are around 158 households in Gannegar village.
Connectivity of Gannegar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gannegar. As per the 2011 stats, Gannegar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gannegar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gannegar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gannegar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gannegar
- Where is Gannegar located?
- Gannegar village is situated in Chinsurah Magra Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gannegar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gannegar is Digsuihoyera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gannegar?
- The pincode of Gannegar is 712148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gannegar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gannegar is 548, with 273 males and 275 females.
- How many households are there in Gannegar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gannegar village has a total of 158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gannegar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gannegar is 60.95%. The male literacy rate is 74.36%, while the female literacy rate is 47.64%.