Drag Tanga
Drag Tanga is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Preng B is the gram panchayat of Drag Tanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Drag Tanga unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Drag Tanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Drag Tanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Drag Tanga is 002891. The village spans a total geographical area of 34 hectares. Ganderbal is nearest town to Drag Tanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Drag Tanga
Population of Drag Tanga
According to the 2011 Census, Drag Tanga has a total population of about 385, with approximately 198 males and 187 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.25%, with male literacy at about 63.13% and female literacy near 42.78%. There are around 62 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Drag Tanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 198 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 205 | 125 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 73 | 107 |
Connectivity of Drag Tanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Drag Tanga. As per the 2011 stats, Drag Tanga 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 Drag Tanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Drag Tanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Drag Tanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Drag Tanga
- Where is Drag Tanga located?
- Drag Tanga village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Drag Tanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Drag Tanga is Preng B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Drag Tanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Drag Tanga is 385, with 198 males and 187 females.
- How many households are there in Drag Tanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Drag Tanga village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Drag Tanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Drag Tanga is 53.25%. The male literacy rate is 63.13%, while the female literacy rate is 42.78%.