Kangar - Sunni, Shimla
Kangar is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Shimla. Reog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kangar is 024064. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.36 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Kangar 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 Kangar
According to the 2011 Census, Kangar village had a total population of 93 people, including 47 males and 46 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.53%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 6 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kangar
Kangar 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 Kangar
Public transport in the Kangar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kangar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kangar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kangar 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 Kangar
Where is Kangar located?
Kangar village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kangar is Reog.
What is the pincode of Kangar?
The pincode of Kangar is 171301.
What is the population of Kangar?
Kangar had a total population of 93, including 47 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Kangar?
Kangar had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kangar was 83.53%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 76.92%.