Gankar
Gankar is a village located in Raghunathganj I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Raghunathganj are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gankar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mirjapur is the gram panchayat of Gankar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gankar unique in its vibrant Raghunathganj I-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Gankar’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 Gankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gankar is 314037. The village spans a total geographical area of 377.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742227. Raghunathganj is nearest town to Gankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gankar
Population of Gankar
According to the 2011 Census, Gankar has a total population of about 4,574, with approximately 2,345 males and 2,229 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 706 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,164 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 427. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.26%, with male literacy at about 53.05% and female literacy near 45.27%. There are around 881 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gankar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,574 | 2,345 | 2,229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 706 | 364 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,164 | 604 | 560 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 208 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 2,253 | 1,244 | 1,009 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,321 | 1,101 | 1,220 |
Connectivity of Gankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gankar. As per the 2011 stats, Gankar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gankar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gankar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gankar
- Where is Gankar located?
- Gankar village is situated in Raghunathganj I Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gankar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gankar is Mirjapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gankar?
- The pincode of Gankar is 742227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gankar is 4,574, with 2,345 males and 2,229 females.
- How many households are there in Gankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gankar village has a total of 881 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gankar is 49.26%. The male literacy rate is 53.05%, while the female literacy rate is 45.27%.