Hangah - Langate, Kupwara
Hangah is a village situated in the Langate tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 77 km from Handwara and around 22 km from Kupwara. Hangah village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hangah is 000293. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.6 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Hangah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hangah
According to the 2011 Census, Hangah village had a total population of 2,140 people, including 1,101 males and 1,039 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.46%, with male literacy at 81.43% and female literacy at 56.84%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,140 | 1,101 | 1,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 207 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 728 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 373 | 557 |
Transport and Connectivity of Hangah
Hangah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Hangah is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Hangah is about 22 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 Hangah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hangah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hangah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hangah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Hangah
Where is Hangah located?
Hangah village is located in Langate Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hangah?
Hangah is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hangah?
The pincode of Hangah is 193302.
What is the population of Hangah?
Hangah had a total population of 2,140, including 1,101 males and 1,039 females.
How many households are there in Hangah?
Hangah had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hangah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hangah was 69.46%. Male literacy was 81.43% and female literacy was 56.84%.