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
According to the 2011 Census, Kang village had a total population of 312 people, including 161 males and 151 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 91.33% and female literacy at 87.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 312, including 161 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Kang?
Kang had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kang was 89.47%. Male literacy was 91.33% and female literacy was 87.41%.