Plang - Kangan, Ganderbal
Plang is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Preng A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Plang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Plang is 002892. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.9 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Plang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Plang
As per Census 2011, Plang village has a total population of 2,450 people, consisting of 1,224 males and 1,226 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,194 literate and 1,256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 588 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Plang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,450 | 1,224 | 1,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 190 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 301 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 1,194 | 719 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,256 | 505 | 751 |
Nearby Villages of Plang
Plang is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Plang
Plang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Plang is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Plang is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Plang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Plang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Plang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Plang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Plang
Where is Plang located?
Plang village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Plang?
The Gram Panchayat of Plang is Preng A.
What is the pincode of Plang?
The pincode of Plang is 191202.
What is the population of Plang?
Plang has a total population of 2,450, including 1,224 males and 1,226 females.
How many households are there in Plang?
There are 434 households in Plang.
What is the literacy rate in Plang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Plang is 48.73%. Male literacy is 58.74% and female literacy is 38.74%.