Kang - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Kang is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from Dasua and around 40 km from Hoshiarpur. Kang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kang is 030791. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Kang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kang
As per Census 2011, Kang village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 161 males and 151 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 137 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 24 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kang
Kang 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 Kang
Kang is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Kang is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kang 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kang
Where is Kang located?
Kang village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kang?
Kang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kang?
The pincode of Kang is 144216.
What is the population of Kang?
Kang has a total population of 312, including 161 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Kang?
There are 66 households in Kang.
What is the literacy rate in Kang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kang is 81.73%. Male literacy is 85.09% and female literacy is 78.15%.