Gangajora - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Gangajora is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Rajpur and around 33.6 km from Alipore. Kamrabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangajora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangajora is 333560. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.01 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gangajora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangajora
According to the 2011 Census, Gangajora village had a total population of 3,339 people, including 1,677 males and 1,662 females, living in 763 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.28%, with male literacy at 86.71% and female literacy at 69.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,027, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,339 | 1,677 | 1,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 172 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,027 | 1,025 | 1,002 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,321 | 1,305 | 1,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 372 | 646 |
Nearby Villages of Gangajora
Gangajora is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gangajora
Gangajora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gangajora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Gangajora is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Gangajora is about 33.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangajora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangajora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gangajora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangajora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gangajora
Where is Gangajora located?
Gangajora village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangajora?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangajora is Kamrabad.
What is the pincode of Gangajora?
The pincode of Gangajora is 700150.
What is the population of Gangajora?
Gangajora had a total population of 3,339, including 1,677 males and 1,662 females.
How many households are there in Gangajora?
Gangajora had 763 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangajora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangajora was 78.28%. Male literacy was 86.71% and female literacy was 69.59%.