Rangar

Rangar is a village located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Dalhousie (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Chamba. As per 2009 stats, Nagali is the gram panchayat of Rangar village.

Here you can discover what makes Rangar unique in its vibrant Dalhousie-Chamba region. You’ll see Rangar’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 Rangar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rangar is 007354. The village spans a total geographical area of 105.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176303. Dalhousie is nearest town to Rangar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

When it comes to local governance, Rangar 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 Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Rangar

According to the 2011 Census, Rangar has a total population of about 254, with approximately 119 males and 135 females. The sex ratio is around 1134 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.39%, with male literacy at about 73.95% and female literacy near 54.07%. There are around 48 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rangar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 254 119 135
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 18 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 161 88 73
Illiterate Population 93 31 62

Connectivity of Rangar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rangar. As per the 2011 stats, Rangar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rangar

Knowing the nearby villages of Rangar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rangar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rangar

Where is Rangar located?
Rangar village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangar is Nagali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rangar?
The pincode of Rangar is 176303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rangar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rangar is 254, with 119 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Rangar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rangar village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rangar is 63.39%. The male literacy rate is 73.95%, while the female literacy rate is 54.07%.