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.

Kangar has its own place in the vibrant Rupnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kangar

Below is a concise population overview of Kangar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kangar village:

  • The total population of Kangar village is around 983, including approximately 508 males and 475 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Kangar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kangar village has 237 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kangar village is about 67.96%, with male literacy at 72.44% and female literacy at 63.16%.
  • There are around 203 households in Kangar village.

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.

Azampur Nurpur Kalan Rure Majra Jatauli Chandpur Barari Bassali Balewal Tibba Nangal Jhandian Bahman Majra

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%.