Pangwas

Pangwas is a village located in Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 49km away from district headquarter Sundarnagar. Sundarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Pangwas village. As per 2009 stats, Doldhar Snr is the gram panchayat of Pangwas village.

Here you can discover what makes Pangwas unique in its vibrant Sundarnagar-Mandi region. You’ll see Pangwas’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 Pangwas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pangwas is 014359. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175031. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Pangwas village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Pangwas 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 Nachan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi 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 Pangwas

According to the 2011 Census, Pangwas has a total population of about 530, with approximately 264 males and 266 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 339 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.91%, with male literacy at about 70.83% and female literacy near 59.02%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pangwas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 530 264 266
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 36 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 339 170 169
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 344 187 157
Illiterate Population 186 77 109

Connectivity of Pangwas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pangwas. As per the 2011 stats, Pangwas 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 Pangwas

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Pangwas

Where is Pangwas located?
Pangwas village is situated in Sundarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pangwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Pangwas is Doldhar Snr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pangwas?
The pincode of Pangwas is 175031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pangwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pangwas is 530, with 264 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Pangwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pangwas village has a total of 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pangwas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pangwas is 64.91%. The male literacy rate is 70.83%, while the female literacy rate is 59.02%.