Nangal - Batala, Gurdaspur
Nangal is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Nangal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nangal is 028592. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Nangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nangal
As per Census 2011, Nangal village has a total population of 725 people, consisting of 368 males and 357 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nangal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 725 | 368 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 137 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 232 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 136 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Nangal
Nangal 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 Nangal
Nangal 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 Gurdaspur to Nangal is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nangal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nangal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nangal
Where is Nangal located?
Nangal village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nangal?
Nangal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nangal?
The pincode of Nangal is 143506.
What is the population of Nangal?
Nangal has a total population of 725, including 368 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Nangal?
There are 140 households in Nangal.
What is the literacy rate in Nangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nangal is 61.24%. Male literacy is 63.04% and female literacy is 59.38%.