Kanger
Kanger is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kangar is the gram panchayat of Kanger village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanger unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Kanger’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 Kanger
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanger is 031842. The village spans a total geographical area of 553 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144530. Mahilpur is nearest town to Kanger village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanger
Population of Kanger
According to the 2011 Census, Kanger has a total population of about 394, with approximately 198 males and 196 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 276 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.72%, with male literacy at about 69.19% and female literacy near 60.20%. There are around 76 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanger's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 198 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 134 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 255 | 137 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 61 | 78 |
Connectivity of Kanger
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanger. As per the 2011 stats, Kanger 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 Kanger
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanger helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanger.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanger
- Where is Kanger located?
- Kanger village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanger?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanger is Kangar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanger?
- The pincode of Kanger is 144530, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanger as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanger is 394, with 198 males and 196 females.
- How many households are there in Kanger as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanger village has a total of 76 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanger as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanger is 64.72%. The male literacy rate is 69.19%, while the female literacy rate is 60.20%.