Tangish - Dhami, Shimla
Tangish is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Shimla. Piplidhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tangish village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tangish is 024246. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Tangish village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tangish
According to the 2011 Census, Tangish village had a total population of 116 people, including 55 males and 61 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 96.08% and female literacy at 79.25%.
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 | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 6 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Tangish
Tangish 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 Tangish
Public transport in the Tangish is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Tangish is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tangish
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tangish village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tangish
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tangish village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tangish
Where is Tangish located?
Tangish village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tangish?
The Gram Panchayat of Tangish is Piplidhar.
What is the pincode of Tangish?
The pincode of Tangish is 171103.
What is the population of Tangish?
Tangish had a total population of 116, including 55 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Tangish?
Tangish had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tangish?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tangish was 87.50%. Male literacy was 96.08% and female literacy was 79.25%.