Langet

Langet is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Kupwara.

Langet has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Langet

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Langet is 000207. The village spans a total geographical area of 618 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Langet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.

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Population of Langet

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,101 3,693 2,408
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,071 555 516
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 8 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,656 2,639 1,017
Illiterate Population 2,445 1,054 1,391

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

  • The total population of Langet village is around 6,101, including approximately 3,693 males and 2,408 females, with a sex ratio of 652 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,071 children aged 0–6 years in Langet village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Langet village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Langet village is about 59.92%, with male literacy at 71.46% and female literacy at 42.23%.
  • There are around 764 households in Langet village.

Connectivity of Langet

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

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

Nearby Villages of Langet

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Langet

Where is Langet located?
Langet village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Langet?
The pincode of Langet is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Langet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Langet is 6,101, with 3,693 males and 2,408 females.
How many households are there in Langet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Langet village has a total of 764 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langet as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Langet is 59.92%. The male literacy rate is 71.46%, while the female literacy rate is 42.23%.