Nangal Chowk
Nangal Chowk is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Nangal Chowk village. As per 2009 stats, Nangal Chowk village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nangal Chowk unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Nangal Chowk’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 Nangal Chowk
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nangal Chowk is 010211. The village spans a total geographical area of 275.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176028. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Nangal Chowk village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Nangal Chowk
Population of Nangal Chowk
According to the 2011 Census, Nangal Chowk has a total population of about 2,129, with approximately 1,055 males and 1,074 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 250 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 538 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 74.12%, with male literacy at about 77.63% and female literacy near 70.67%. There are around 468 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nangal Chowk's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,129 | 1,055 | 1,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 269 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,578 | 819 | 759 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 236 | 315 |
Connectivity of Nangal Chowk
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nangal Chowk. As per the 2011 stats, Nangal Chowk 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 Nangal Chowk
Knowing the nearby villages of Nangal Chowk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nangal Chowk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nangal Chowk
- Where is Nangal Chowk located?
- Nangal Chowk village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nangal Chowk?
- Nangal Chowk serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nangal Chowk?
- The pincode of Nangal Chowk is 176028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nangal Chowk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nangal Chowk is 2,129, with 1,055 males and 1,074 females.
- How many households are there in Nangal Chowk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nangal Chowk village has a total of 468 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nangal Chowk as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nangal Chowk is 74.12%. The male literacy rate is 77.63%, while the female literacy rate is 70.67%.