Gangajora
Gangajora is a village located in Sonarpur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.6km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 33.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kamrabad is the gram panchayat of Gangajora village.
Gangajora 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 Gangajora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangajora is 333560. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700150. Sonarpur is nearest town to Gangajora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangajora 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 Sonarpur Uttar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangajora
Population of Gangajora
Below is a concise population overview of Gangajora as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangajora village:
- The total population of Gangajora village is around 3,339, including approximately 1,677 males and 1,662 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 374 children aged 0–6 years in Gangajora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gangajora village has 2,027 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gangajora village is about 69.51%, with male literacy at 77.82% and female literacy at 61.13%.
- There are around 763 households in Gangajora village.
Connectivity of Gangajora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangajora. As per the 2011 stats, Gangajora 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 Gangajora
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangajora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangajora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangajora
- Where is Gangajora located?
- Gangajora village is situated in Sonarpur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangajora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gangajora is Kamrabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gangajora?
- The pincode of Gangajora is 700150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangajora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangajora is 3,339, with 1,677 males and 1,662 females.
- How many households are there in Gangajora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangajora village has a total of 763 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangajora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangajora is 69.51%. The male literacy rate is 77.82%, while the female literacy rate is 61.13%.