Gaganeswar
Gaganeswar is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gaganeswar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gaganeswar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaganeswar unique in its vibrant Keshiary-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Gaganeswar’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 Gaganeswar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaganeswar is 343618. The village spans a total geographical area of 353.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721133. Kharagpur is nearest town to Gaganeswar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Gaganeswar
Population of Gaganeswar
According to the 2011 Census, Gaganeswar has a total population of about 2,575, with approximately 1,319 males and 1,256 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 293 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 318 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 958. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.95%, with male literacy at about 78.01% and female literacy near 63.54%. There are around 605 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaganeswar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,575 | 1,319 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 152 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 153 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 958 | 497 | 461 |
| Literate Population | 1,827 | 1,029 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 290 | 458 |
Connectivity of Gaganeswar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaganeswar. As per the 2011 stats, Gaganeswar 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaganeswar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaganeswar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaganeswar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaganeswar
- Where is Gaganeswar located?
- Gaganeswar village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaganeswar?
- Gaganeswar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gaganeswar?
- The pincode of Gaganeswar is 721133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaganeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaganeswar is 2,575, with 1,319 males and 1,256 females.
- How many households are there in Gaganeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaganeswar village has a total of 605 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaganeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaganeswar is 70.95%. The male literacy rate is 78.01%, while the female literacy rate is 63.54%.