Kanganwal

Kanganwal is a village located in Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 87km away from district headquarter Nalagarh. Nalagarh is the sub-district headquarter of Kanganwal village. As per 2009 stats, Dhang Nichli is the gram panchayat of Kanganwal village.

Kanganwal has its own place in the vibrant Solan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kanganwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanganwal is 020909. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174101. Nalagarh is nearest town to Kanganwal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kanganwal 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 Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 Kanganwal

Below is a concise population overview of Kanganwal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 464 247 217
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 56 27 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 3 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 335 196 139
Illiterate Population 129 51 78

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanganwal village:

  • The total population of Kanganwal village is around 464, including approximately 247 males and 217 females, with a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Kanganwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanganwal village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kanganwal village is about 72.20%, with male literacy at 79.35% and female literacy at 64.06%.
  • There are around 88 households in Kanganwal village.

Connectivity of Kanganwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanganwal. As per the 2011 stats, Kanganwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanganwal

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

Palasi Boota Palasi Mangta Dhana Bhatian Manguwal Dhang Uperli Dhang Nichli Rajpura Bhattan Wala Salhewal Sanerh

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanganwal

Where is Kanganwal located?
Kanganwal village is situated in Nalagarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanganwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanganwal is Dhang Nichli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanganwal?
The pincode of Kanganwal is 174101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanganwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanganwal is 464, with 247 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Kanganwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanganwal village has a total of 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanganwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanganwal is 72.20%. The male literacy rate is 79.35%, while the female literacy rate is 64.06%.