Hangah
Hangah is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 77km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Hangah village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Hangah unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Hangah’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 Hangah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hangah is 000293. The village spans a total geographical area of 273.6 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Hangah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Hangah
Population of Hangah
According to the 2011 Census, Hangah has a total population of about 2,140, with approximately 1,101 males and 1,039 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 398 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 56.54%, with male literacy at about 66.12% and female literacy near 46.39%. There are around 323 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hangah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,140 | 1,101 | 1,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 207 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 728 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 373 | 557 |
Connectivity of Hangah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hangah. As per the 2011 stats, Hangah 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Hangah
Knowing the nearby villages of Hangah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hangah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hangah
- Where is Hangah located?
- Hangah village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hangah?
- Hangah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Hangah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hangah is 2,140, with 1,101 males and 1,039 females.
- How many households are there in Hangah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hangah village has a total of 323 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hangah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hangah is 56.54%. The male literacy rate is 66.12%, while the female literacy rate is 46.39%.