Kanger
About Kanger
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanger village is 031842. Kanger village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 553 hectares. Kanger has a total population of 394 peoples, out of which male population is 198 while female population is 196. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 989 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanger village is 64.72% out of which 69.19% males and 60.20% females are literate. There are about 76 houses in kanger village. Pincode of kanger village locality is 144530.
Mahilpur is nearest town to kanger village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kanger
The population details of Kanger cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 198 | 196 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 276 | 134 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 255 | 137 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 61 | 78 |
Connectivity of Kanger
| 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 |
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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%.