Kangan

Kangan is a village located in Pulwama tehsil of Pulwama district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Pulwama (tehsildar office) and 2km away from district headquarter Pipulwama. As per 2009 stats, Kangan village is also a gram panchayat.

Kangan has its own place in the vibrant Pulwama 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 Kangan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kangan is 003184. The village spans a total geographical area of 234.3 hectares. Pulwama is nearest town to Kangan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Kangan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,040 1,100 940
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 512 315 197
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 766 503 263
Illiterate Population 1,274 597 677

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

  • The total population of Kangan village is around 2,040, including approximately 1,100 males and 940 females, with a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 512 children aged 0–6 years in Kangan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kangan village is about 37.55%, with male literacy at 45.73% and female literacy at 27.98%.
  • There are around 309 households in Kangan village.

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 <5 km distance
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kangan

Where is Kangan located?
Kangan village is situated in Pulwama Tehsil, within the Pulwama district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kangan?
Kangan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kangan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kangan is 2,040, with 1,100 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Kangan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kangan village has a total of 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kangan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kangan is 37.55%. The male literacy rate is 45.73%, while the female literacy rate is 27.98%.