Hangera
Hangera is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 53km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Hangera village. As per 2009 stats, Khel is the gram panchayat of Hangera village.
Hangera 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 Hangera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hangera is 008647. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176200. Nurpur is nearest town to Hangera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Hangera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Hangera
Population of Hangera
Below is a concise population overview of Hangera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hangera village:
- The total population of Hangera village is around 174, including approximately 86 males and 88 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Hangera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Hangera village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Hangera village is about 68.39%, with male literacy at 74.42% and female literacy at 62.50%.
- There are around 37 households in Hangera village.
Connectivity of Hangera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hangera. As per the 2011 stats, Hangera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hangera
Knowing the nearby villages of Hangera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hangera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hangera
- Where is Hangera located?
- Hangera village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hangera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hangera is Khel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hangera?
- The pincode of Hangera is 176200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hangera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hangera is 174, with 86 males and 88 females.
- How many households are there in Hangera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hangera village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hangera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hangera is 68.39%. The male literacy rate is 74.42%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.