Kangan
Kangan is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Kangan B is the gram panchayat of Kangan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kangan unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Kangan’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 Kangan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kangan is 002903. The village spans a total geographical area of 365.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191202. Ganderbal is nearest town to Kangan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Kangan
Population of Kangan
According to the 2011 Census, Kangan has a total population of about 5,985, with approximately 3,672 males and 2,313 females. The sex ratio is around 629 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 696 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 896. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.44%, with male literacy at about 80.39% and female literacy near 54.65%. There are around 774 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kangan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,985 | 3,672 | 2,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 363 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 896 | 547 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 4,216 | 2,952 | 1,264 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,769 | 720 | 1,049 |
Connectivity of Kangan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kangan. As per the 2011 stats, Kangan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kangan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kangan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kangan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kangan
- Where is Kangan located?
- Kangan village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kangan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kangan is Kangan B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kangan?
- The pincode of Kangan is 191202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kangan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kangan is 5,985, with 3,672 males and 2,313 females.
- How many households are there in Kangan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kangan village has a total of 774 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kangan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kangan is 70.44%. The male literacy rate is 80.39%, while the female literacy rate is 54.65%.