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| Country | India |
| State | Rajasthan |
| District(s) | Sawai Madhopur |
| Population | 119,045 (2011[update]) |
| Sex ratio | 892 per 1000 ♂/♀ |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+05:30) |
Gangapur City [Pin Code: 322201] is a city and a municipality in Sawai Madhopur district in the state of Rajasthan, India.
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Gangapur City is located in eastern part of Rajasthan. It is situated on the Delhi-Mumbai railway route. It is in Sawai Madhopur district, known for Ranthambore National Park, which is listed as a International Union for Conservation of Nature protected site.
As of 2001[update] India census, Gangapur had a population of 96,794.[1] Males constitute 53 percent of the population and females 47 percent. Gangapur has an average literacy rate of 61 percent: male literacy is 72 percent, and female literacy is 48 percent. In Gangapur, 17 percent of the population is under six years of age.
It is said that a king named Kushaliram Haldiya established this city. Initially the city was known as Kushal Garh. Later he made the temple of goddess ganga hence the name was changed to Gangapur, while English rule the English added 'City' so it is known as Gangapur City. In olden days Gangapur City was the cultural capital of Jaipur state and was known as "the Jugad of the East".
In modern times Gangapur is primarily known for being an important part of the West Central Railway.[2] The city was home to many Anglo Indian families including the Corneiles, Patmans, Gillespies, and Francises. Most of the English community has now moved away, with only a small percent remaining. Some English traditions remain in the form of place names, words, and games.
Hindus and Muslims form the largest religious groups, but there are some Sikh and Christian families as well. Members of the Meena community reside in the villages near around and in the town itself.
Gangapurites celebrate many festivals throughout the year, including Holi, Deepawali, Vijyadashami (Dushahra), Rakshabandhan, Teej, Eid, and Muhrrum. Kalyan Ji Ka Mela (the Fair of Lord Krishna) is organized in summers (usually in May or June). Thousands of people attend this. Members of Meena and Gurjar community sing folk songs at the event, such as Dangal, Rasiya, Pad and Kanhaiya songs.on the occasion of ganesh chaturthi 10 days pooja and fair held in purani anaj mandi and on 10th day of ganesh pooja a large number of people attend the ganesh-visarjan ceremony called ganesh yatra. in ganesh yatra so many horses camels are there and many jhakies are also for amusement of people.
The Chowk wale Hanuman ji ka mandir temple is a tourist and pilgrimage site in the town.
The city has a government owned hospital plus some privately owned hospitals and clinics. There are also several doctors in private practice.
The city is situated parallel to the mountain range of aravalli which gives this city a watchful location. Dhundheshvar, with its waterfall, is the main picnic spot for locals. Ranthumbhore National Tiger Park[3] is the main tourist site in the vicinity.
Religious attractions in Gangapur and surrounding towns include Shri Mahaveerji Temple, Kaila Devi Temple, Shivar Temple, Madan Mohan Ji Temple, Jangannath Dham Temple, meen bhagwan temple.And the great famouse mosque JAMA MASJID
Gangapur is famous for a special sweet called Kheer Mohan. Dal-baati-churma is a symbolic food of Rajasthan enjoyed here. Kheermohan is a sweet dish made with milk. Aloo ki special sabzi and tikkad are thick breads made of chickpea and wheat flour. Another dish is Kachori with Aloo.
In winter people eat breads made of Bazra flour. People take Doodh-Rabri or Chach for breakfast.
Gangapur's Government Senior Secondary School (also known as the Higher Secondary School) was established in 1857 just after the famous rebel to teach villagers. Earlier Gulkandi Devi Senior Secondary Adarsh Vidya Mandir was the school famous for disciplinary regulations but now it is losing its credibility. Vivekanand Sanskar Senior Secondary School,Shaheen secondry children acadmy, Al- Hira Publice School, Salfiya Public School, Ekra public School, school and are creating a landmark for English medium schooling in the city.
There are four colleges in the town which provide master level degrees in arts and sciences. There are two college offering B.Ed. degrees. The city is also emerging as a coaching hub for students near around the town. The individual coaching is famous in students for learning.
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