Gangla

Gangla is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Gangla village. As per 2009 stats, Manjeer is the gram panchayat of Gangla village.

Gangla 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 Gangla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangla is 007239. The village spans a total geographical area of 42.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176310. Chamba is nearest town to Gangla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gangla 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 Gangla

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 129 69 60
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 10 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 20 10 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 83 50 33
Illiterate Population 46 19 27

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

  • The total population of Gangla village is around 129, including approximately 69 males and 60 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Gangla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gangla village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gangla village is about 64.34%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 55.00%.
  • There are around 21 households in Gangla village.

Connectivity of Gangla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangla. As per the 2011 stats, Gangla 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 Gangla

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gangla

Where is Gangla located?
Gangla village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangla?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangla is Manjeer (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangla?
The pincode of Gangla is 176310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangla is 129, with 69 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Gangla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangla village has a total of 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangla is 64.34%. The male literacy rate is 72.46%, while the female literacy rate is 55.00%.