Kangara
Kangara is a village located in Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Similiguda (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Rajput is the gram panchayat of Kangara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kangara unique in its vibrant Similiguda-Koraput region. You’ll see Kangara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kangara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kangara is 429953. The village spans a total geographical area of 585 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764036. Kotpad is nearest town to Kangara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kangara
Population of Kangara
According to the 2011 Census, Kangara has a total population of about 584, with approximately 281 males and 303 females. The sex ratio is around 1078 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 427. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.96%, with male literacy at about 44.84% and female literacy near 27.72%. There are around 172 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kangara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 281 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 202 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 126 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 155 | 219 |
Connectivity of Kangara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kangara. As per the 2011 stats, Kangara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kangara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kangara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kangara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kangara
- Where is Kangara located?
- Kangara village is situated in Similiguda Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kangara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kangara is Rajput (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kangara?
- The pincode of Kangara is 764036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kangara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kangara is 584, with 281 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Kangara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kangara village has a total of 172 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kangara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kangara is 35.96%. The male literacy rate is 44.84%, while the female literacy rate is 27.72%.