Kangosh
Kangosh is a village located in Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 58km away from district headquarter Bhawanagar. Bhawanagar is the sub-district headquarter of Kangosh village. As per 2009 stats, Ponda is the gram panchayat of Kangosh village.
Here you can discover what makes Kangosh unique in its vibrant Nichar-Kinnaur region. You’ll see Kangosh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kangosh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kangosh is 027152. The village spans a total geographical area of 209.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172115. Rampur is nearest town to Kangosh village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kangosh
Population of Kangosh
According to the 2011 Census, Kangosh has a total population of about 595, with approximately 320 males and 275 females. The sex ratio is around 859 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 306 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 249. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.34%, with male literacy at about 64.06% and female literacy near 56.00%. There are around 152 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kangosh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 595 | 320 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 153 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 133 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 205 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 115 | 121 |
Connectivity of Kangosh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kangosh. As per the 2011 stats, Kangosh 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 Kangosh
Knowing the nearby villages of Kangosh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kangosh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kangosh
- Where is Kangosh located?
- Kangosh village is situated in Nichar Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kangosh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kangosh is Ponda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kangosh?
- The pincode of Kangosh is 172115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kangosh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kangosh is 595, with 320 males and 275 females.
- How many households are there in Kangosh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kangosh village has a total of 152 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kangosh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kangosh is 60.34%. The male literacy rate is 64.06%, while the female literacy rate is 56.00%.