Kangar
Kangar is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kangar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kangar unique in its vibrant Anandpur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Kangar’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 Kangar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kangar is 038477. The village spans a total geographical area of 257 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140112. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to Kangar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kangar
Population of Kangar
According to the 2011 Census, Kangar has a total population of about 983, with approximately 508 males and 475 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 237 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 67.96%, with male literacy at about 72.44% and female literacy near 63.16%. There are around 203 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kangar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 | 508 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 113 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 668 | 368 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 140 | 175 |
Connectivity of Kangar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kangar. As per the 2011 stats, Kangar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kangar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kangar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kangar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kangar
- Where is Kangar located?
- Kangar village is situated in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kangar?
- Kangar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kangar?
- The pincode of Kangar is 140112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kangar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kangar is 983, with 508 males and 475 females.
- How many households are there in Kangar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kangar village has a total of 203 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kangar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kangar is 67.96%. The male literacy rate is 72.44%, while the female literacy rate is 63.16%.