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.
Here you can discover what makes Gangajora unique in its vibrant Sonarpur-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Gangajora’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gangajora has a total population of about 3,339, with approximately 1,677 males and 1,662 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 374 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,027 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.51%, with male literacy at about 77.82% and female literacy near 61.13%. There are around 763 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangajora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.