Snoon - Gangath, Kangra
Snoon is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from Dharmsala. Batrahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Snoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Snoon is 008505. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.88 hectares and falls under the 176202 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Snoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Snoon
As per Census 2011, Snoon village has a total population of 321 people, consisting of 152 males and 169 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Snoon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 321 | 152 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 24 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 130 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 22 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Snoon
Snoon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Snoon
Snoon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Snoon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Snoon is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Snoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Snoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Snoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Snoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Snoon
Where is Snoon located?
Snoon village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Snoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Snoon is Batrahan.
What is the pincode of Snoon?
The pincode of Snoon is 176202.
What is the population of Snoon?
Snoon has a total population of 321, including 152 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Snoon?
There are 75 households in Snoon.
What is the literacy rate in Snoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Snoon is 77.88%. Male literacy is 85.53% and female literacy is 71.01%.