Gangapur

Gangapur is a village located in Jaynagar Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.2km away from sub-district headquarter Jaynagar (tehsildar office) and 37.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Mayda is the gram panchayat of Gangapur village.

Gangapur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gangapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangapur is 334973. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743337. Jaynagar is nearest town to Gangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gangapur 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 Joynagar 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.

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Population of Gangapur

Below is a concise population overview of Gangapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 332 181 151
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 17 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 325 179 146
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 226 137 89
Illiterate Population 106 44 62

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangapur village:

  • The total population of Gangapur village is around 332, including approximately 181 males and 151 females, with a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Gangapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gangapur village has 325 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gangapur village is about 68.07%, with male literacy at 75.69% and female literacy at 58.94%.
  • There are around 73 households in Gangapur village.

Connectivity of Gangapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gangapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gangapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Gangapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangapur.

Chandipur Kamalpur Mayda Mahishghat Napukuria Khaiyamara Mayahauri Gordoani Paschim Raghunathpur Mallar Chak Jautia

Frequently Asked Questions about Gangapur

Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is situated in Jaynagar Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Mayda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 743337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangapur is 332, with 181 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 68.07%. The male literacy rate is 75.69%, while the female literacy rate is 58.94%.