Ganga Cheri
Ganga Cheri is a village located in Canning Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.9km away from sub-district headquarter Canning (tehsildar office) and 57.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Sarengabad is the gram panchayat of Ganga Cheri village.
Here you can discover what makes Ganga Cheri unique in its vibrant Canning Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Ganga Cheri’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 Ganga Cheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganga Cheri is 333837. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743329. Canning is nearest town to Ganga Cheri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ganga Cheri 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 Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ganga Cheri
Population of Ganga Cheri
According to the 2011 Census, Ganga Cheri has a total population of about 3,403, with approximately 1,720 males and 1,683 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 665 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 83 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 702. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.55%, with male literacy at about 54.07% and female literacy near 42.90%. There are around 673 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ganga Cheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,403 | 1,720 | 1,683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 338 | 327 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 702 | 345 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 1,652 | 930 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,751 | 790 | 961 |
Connectivity of Ganga Cheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganga Cheri. As per the 2011 stats, Ganga Cheri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ganga Cheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Ganga Cheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganga Cheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganga Cheri
- Where is Ganga Cheri located?
- Ganga Cheri village is situated in Canning Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ganga Cheri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ganga Cheri is Sarengabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ganga Cheri?
- The pincode of Ganga Cheri is 743329, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ganga Cheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganga Cheri is 3,403, with 1,720 males and 1,683 females.
- How many households are there in Ganga Cheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ganga Cheri village has a total of 673 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ganga Cheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganga Cheri is 48.55%. The male literacy rate is 54.07%, while the female literacy rate is 42.90%.