Pangwana
Pangwana is a village located in Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Swarghat. Swarghat is the sub-district headquarter of Pangwana village. As per 2009 stats, Tarwar is the gram panchayat of Pangwana village.
Here you can discover what makes Pangwana unique in its vibrant Naina Devi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Pangwana’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 Pangwana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pangwana is 019595. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174310. Naina Devi is nearest town to Pangwana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pangwana 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 Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pangwana
Population of Pangwana
According to the 2011 Census, Pangwana has a total population of about 154, with approximately 82 males and 72 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 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 71.43%, with male literacy at about 82.93% and female literacy near 58.33%. There are around 30 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pangwana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 110 | 68 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 14 | 30 |
Connectivity of Pangwana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pangwana. As per the 2011 stats, Pangwana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pangwana
Knowing the nearby villages of Pangwana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pangwana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pangwana
- Where is Pangwana located?
- Pangwana village is situated in Naina Devi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pangwana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pangwana is Tarwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pangwana?
- The pincode of Pangwana is 174310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pangwana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pangwana is 154, with 82 males and 72 females.
- How many households are there in Pangwana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pangwana village has a total of 30 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pangwana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pangwana is 71.43%. The male literacy rate is 82.93%, while the female literacy rate is 58.33%.