Paig
Paig is a village located in Kangra tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from district headquarter Kangra. Kangra is the sub-district headquarter of Paig village. As per 2009 stats, Sohra is the gram panchayat of Paig village.
Paig has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Paig
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paig is 009674. The village spans a total geographical area of 26.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176214. Kangra is nearest town to Paig village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Paig village comes under Kangra assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Paig
Below is a concise population overview of Paig as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 325 | 162 | 163 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
Literate Population | 255 | 136 | 119 |
Illiterate Population | 70 | 26 | 44 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paig village:
- The total population of Paig village is around 325, including approximately 162 males and 163 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Paig village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paig village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paig village is about 78.46%, with male literacy at 83.95% and female literacy at 73.01%.
- There are around 68 households in Paig village.
Connectivity of Paig
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paig. As per the 2011 stats, Paig had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paig
Knowing the nearby villages of Paig helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paig.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paig
- Where is Paig located?
- Paig village is situated in Kangra Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paig?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paig is Sohra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paig?
- The pincode of Paig is 176214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paig as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paig is 325, with 162 males and 163 females.
- How many households are there in Paig as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paig village has a total of 68 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paig as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paig is 78.46%. The male literacy rate is 83.95%, while the female literacy rate is 73.01%.