Gangwal
About Gangwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gangwal village is 008737. Gangwal village is located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 92km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Gangwal village. As per 2009 stats, Kangrari is the gram panchayat of Gangwal village.
The total geographical area of village is 129.09 hectares. Gangwal has a total population of 145 peoples, out of which male population is 74 while female population is 71. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 959 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gangwal village is 66.90% out of which 67.57% males and 66.20% females are literate. There are about 20 houses in gangwal village. Pincode of gangwal village locality is 176204.
When it comes to administration, Gangwal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gangwal village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Pathankot is nearest town to gangwal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gangwal
The population details of Gangwal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
Connectivity of Gangwal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gangwal
Where is Gangwal located?
Gangwal village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangwal is Kangrari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangwal?
The pincode of Gangwal is 176204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangwal is 145, with 74 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Gangwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangwal village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangwal is 66.90%. The male literacy rate is 67.57%, while the female literacy rate is 66.20%.