Tangh

Tangh is a village located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tangh village. As per 2009 stats, Tang Narwana is the gram panchayat of Tangh village.

Here you can discover what makes Tangh unique in its vibrant Dharmsala-Kangra region. You’ll see Tangh’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 Tangh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tangh is 009622. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176052. Yol is nearest town to Tangh village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Tangh 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 Dharamshala 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 Tangh

According to the 2011 Census, Tangh has a total population of about 846, with approximately 413 males and 433 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 127 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 193. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.30%, with male literacy at about 79.42% and female literacy near 71.36%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tangh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 846 413 433
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 54 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 127 55 72
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 193 95 98
Literate Population 637 328 309
Illiterate Population 209 85 124

Connectivity of Tangh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tangh. As per the 2011 stats, Tangh 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Tangh

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Tangh

Where is Tangh located?
Tangh village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tangh?
The Gram Panchayat of Tangh is Tang Narwana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tangh?
The pincode of Tangh is 176052, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tangh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tangh is 846, with 413 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Tangh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tangh village has a total of 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tangh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tangh is 75.30%. The male literacy rate is 79.42%, while the female literacy rate is 71.36%.