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
As per Census 2011, Kangar village has a total population of 93 people, consisting of 47 males and 46 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kangar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| 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 has a total population of 93, including 47 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Kangar?
There are 19 households in Kangar.
What is the literacy rate in Kangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kangar is 76.34%. Male literacy is 87.23% and female literacy is 65.22%.