Rangar - Dalhousie, Chamba
Rangar is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Nagali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangar is 007354. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.27 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Rangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rangar
According to the 2011 Census, Rangar village had a total population of 254 people, including 119 males and 135 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,134 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.59%, with male literacy at 87.13% and female literacy at 65.18%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 119 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 88 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 31 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Rangar
Rangar 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 Rangar
Rangar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Rangar is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Rangar is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rangar
Where is Rangar located?
Rangar village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangar is Nagali.
What is the pincode of Rangar?
The pincode of Rangar is 176303.
What is the population of Rangar?
Rangar had a total population of 254, including 119 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Rangar?
Rangar had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangar was 75.59%. Male literacy was 87.13% and female literacy was 65.18%.