Kanguti - Kandaghat, Solan
Kanguti is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Podhna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanguti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanguti is 022353. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.65 hectares and falls under the 173215 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Kanguti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanguti
According to the 2011 Census, Kanguti village had a total population of 124 people, including 64 males and 60 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.38%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 84.91%.
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 | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 56 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 8 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Kanguti
Kanguti 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 Kanguti
Kanguti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Solan to Kanguti is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanguti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanguti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanguti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanguti 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 Kanguti
Where is Kanguti located?
Kanguti village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanguti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanguti is Podhna.
What is the pincode of Kanguti?
The pincode of Kanguti is 173215.
What is the population of Kanguti?
Kanguti had a total population of 124, including 64 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Kanguti?
Kanguti had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanguti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanguti was 89.38%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 84.91%.