Tanger - Rajgarh, Ramban
Tanger is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Ramban and around 13 km from Ramban. Rajgrah serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Tanger village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanger is 004574. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.1 hectares and falls under the 182148 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Tanger village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tanger
According to the 2011 Census, Tanger village had a total population of 343 people, including 168 males and 175 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.20%, with male literacy at 69.12% and female literacy at 41.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 343 | 168 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 94 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 74 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Tanger
Tanger 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 Tanger
Tanger 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 >10 km |
| 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 Ramban to Tanger is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tanger
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanger village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tanger
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanger village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tanger
Where is Tanger located?
Tanger village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Tanger?
The Halqa Panchayat of Tanger is Rajgrah.
What is the pincode of Tanger?
The pincode of Tanger is 182148.
What is the population of Tanger?
Tanger had a total population of 343, including 168 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Tanger?
Tanger had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tanger?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanger was 55.20%. Male literacy was 69.12% and female literacy was 41.96%.