Bag - Kotla, Kangra
Bag is a village situated in the Kotla tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Dharmsala. Jangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bag is 009220. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.38 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Bag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bag
As per Census 2011, Bag village has a total population of 713 people, consisting of 351 males and 362 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 554 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 713 | 351 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 48 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 284 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 67 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Bag
Bag 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 Bag
Public transport in the Bag is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Bag is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bag
Where is Bag located?
Bag village is located in Kotla Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bag?
The Gram Panchayat of Bag is Jangal.
What is the pincode of Bag?
The pincode of Bag is 176210.
What is the population of Bag?
Bag has a total population of 713, including 351 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Bag?
There are 162 households in Bag.
What is the literacy rate in Bag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bag is 77.70%. Male literacy is 80.91% and female literacy is 74.59%.