Kangri

Kangri is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Kangri village. As per 2009 stats, Kailashpur is the gram panchayat of Kangri village.

Kangri 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 Kangri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kangri is 011775. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176076. Palampur is nearest town to Kangri village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kangri 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 Jaisinghpur 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.

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Population of Kangri

Below is a concise population overview of Kangri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 389 173 216
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 28 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 383 170 213
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 256 121 135
Illiterate Population 133 52 81

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kangri village:

  • The total population of Kangri village is around 389, including approximately 173 males and 216 females, with a sex ratio of 1248 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Kangri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kangri village has 383 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kangri village is about 65.81%, with male literacy at 69.94% and female literacy at 62.50%.
  • There are around 87 households in Kangri village.

Connectivity of Kangri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kangri. As per the 2011 stats, Kangri 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kangri

Knowing the nearby villages of Kangri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kangri.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kangri

Where is Kangri located?
Kangri village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kangri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kangri is Kailashpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kangri?
The pincode of Kangri is 176076, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kangri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kangri is 389, with 173 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Kangri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kangri village has a total of 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kangri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kangri is 65.81%. The male literacy rate is 69.94%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.