Kangar Gaon - Lanka, Hojai
Kangar Gaon is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 100 km from Nagaon. Dakhin Lumding serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kangar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kangar Gaon is 285475. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.16 hectares and falls under the 782442 pincode. Lumding is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kangar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lumding Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kangar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kangar Gaon village has a total population of 2,638 people, consisting of 1,378 males and 1,260 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,022 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,046 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kangar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,638 | 1,378 | 1,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 157 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,046 | 551 | 495 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,022 | 1,127 | 895 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 251 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Kangar Gaon
Kangar Gaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kangar Gaon
Kangar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kangar Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lumding to Kangar Gaon is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Kangar Gaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kangar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kangar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kangar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kangar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kangar Gaon
Where is Kangar Gaon located?
Kangar Gaon village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kangar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kangar Gaon is Dakhin Lumding.
What is the pincode of Kangar Gaon?
The pincode of Kangar Gaon is 782442.
What is the population of Kangar Gaon?
Kangar Gaon has a total population of 2,638, including 1,378 males and 1,260 females.
How many households are there in Kangar Gaon?
There are 533 households in Kangar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kangar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kangar Gaon is 76.65%. Male literacy is 81.79% and female literacy is 71.03%.