Gangpura
Gangpura is a village located in Ramnagar I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Ramnagar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gangpura village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Basantapur is the gram panchayat of Gangpura village.
Here you can discover what makes Gangpura unique in its vibrant Ramnagar I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Gangpura’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 Gangpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangpura is 346903. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721446. Contai is nearest town to Gangpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Gangpura
Population of Gangpura
According to the 2011 Census, Gangpura has a total population of about 1,344, with approximately 675 males and 669 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 168 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.16%, with male literacy at about 81.78% and female literacy near 58.45%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,344 | 675 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 75 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 943 | 552 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 123 | 278 |
Connectivity of Gangpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangpura. As per the 2011 stats, Gangpura 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangpura
- Where is Gangpura located?
- Gangpura village is situated in Ramnagar I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gangpura is Basantapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gangpura?
- The pincode of Gangpura is 721446, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangpura is 1,344, with 675 males and 669 females.
- How many households are there in Gangpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangpura village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangpura is 70.16%. The male literacy rate is 81.78%, while the female literacy rate is 58.45%.