Gangapur
Gangapur is a village located in Patharpratima subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.5km away from sub-district headquarter Ramganga (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Banashyamnagar is the gram panchayat of Gangapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gangapur unique in its vibrant Patharpratima-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Gangapur’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 Gangapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangapur is 335398. The village spans a total geographical area of 621 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743371. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Gangapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
Google Map of Gangapur
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur has a total population of about 3,448, with approximately 1,754 males and 1,694 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 443 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 665 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 71.61%, with male literacy at about 77.25% and female literacy near 65.76%. There are around 711 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,448 | 1,754 | 1,694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 234 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 665 | 343 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,469 | 1,355 | 1,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 979 | 399 | 580 |
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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangapur
- Where is Gangapur located?
- Gangapur village is situated in Patharpratima 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 Banashyamnagar (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 743371, 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 3,448, with 1,754 males and 1,694 females.
- How many households are there in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangapur village has a total of 711 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangapur is 71.61%. The male literacy rate is 77.25%, while the female literacy rate is 65.76%.