Kumar

Kumar is a village located in Pangi tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 218km away from district headquarter Kilar. Kilar is the sub-district headquarter of Kumar village. As per 2009 stats, Kumar village is also a gram panchayat.

Kumar has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kumar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kumar is 006713. The village spans a total geographical area of 311.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176323. Chamba is nearest town to Kumar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kumar 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 Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi 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 Kumar

Below is a concise population overview of Kumar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 334 177 157
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 37 14 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 N/A 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 308 158 150
Literate Population 186 121 65
Illiterate Population 148 56 92

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kumar village:

  • The total population of Kumar village is around 334, including approximately 177 males and 157 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Kumar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kumar village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 308 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kumar village is about 55.69%, with male literacy at 68.36% and female literacy at 41.40%.
  • There are around 69 households in Kumar village.

Connectivity of Kumar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kumar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kumar

Where is Kumar located?
Kumar village is situated in Pangi Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumar?
Kumar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kumar?
The pincode of Kumar is 176323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kumar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kumar is 334, with 177 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Kumar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kumar village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kumar is 55.69%. The male literacy rate is 68.36%, while the female literacy rate is 41.40%.