Palangar

Palangar is a village located in Thanamandi tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Thanamandi (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Rajouri.

Palangar has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri 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 Palangar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palangar is 001287. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185212. Thanamandi is nearest town to Palangar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Palangar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,240 1,146 1,094
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 405 228 177
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,550 791 759
Literate Population 1,402 786 616
Illiterate Population 838 360 478

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

  • The total population of Palangar village is around 2,240, including approximately 1,146 males and 1,094 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 405 children aged 0–6 years in Palangar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palangar village has 1,550 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palangar village is about 62.59%, with male literacy at 68.59% and female literacy at 56.31%.
  • There are around 446 households in Palangar village.

Connectivity of Palangar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palangar. As per the 2011 stats, Palangar 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palangar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palangar

Where is Palangar located?
Palangar village is situated in Thanamandi Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Palangar?
The pincode of Palangar is 185212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palangar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palangar is 2,240, with 1,146 males and 1,094 females.
How many households are there in Palangar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palangar village has a total of 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palangar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palangar is 62.59%. The male literacy rate is 68.59%, while the female literacy rate is 56.31%.