Nangal - Jaswan, Kangra
Nangal is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Goraldhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nangal is 010634. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 177111 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Nangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nangal
As per Census 2011, Nangal village has a total population of 350 people, consisting of 164 males and 186 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nangal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 164 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 124 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 40 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Nangal
Nangal 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 Nangal
Public transport in the Nangal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Nangal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nangal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nangal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nangal
Where is Nangal located?
Nangal village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nangal is Goraldhar.
What is the pincode of Nangal?
The pincode of Nangal is 177111.
What is the population of Nangal?
Nangal has a total population of 350, including 164 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Nangal?
There are 82 households in Nangal.
What is the literacy rate in Nangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nangal is 76.86%. Male literacy is 75.61% and female literacy is 77.96%.