Fangwas - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Fangwas is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Phangwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fangwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fangwas is 014359. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.06 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Fangwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fangwas
According to the 2011 Census, Fangwas village had a total population of 530 people, including 264 males and 266 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.27%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 68.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 339.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 264 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 170 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 187 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 77 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Fangwas
Fangwas 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 Fangwas
Fangwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mandi to Fangwas is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fangwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fangwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fangwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fangwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Fangwas
Where is Fangwas located?
Fangwas village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fangwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Fangwas is Phangwas.
What is the pincode of Fangwas?
The pincode of Fangwas is 175031.
What is the population of Fangwas?
Fangwas had a total population of 530, including 264 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Fangwas?
Fangwas had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fangwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fangwas was 75.27%. Male literacy was 82.02% and female literacy was 68.56%.