Kang - Khadur Sahib, Tarn Taran

Kang is a village situated in the Khadur Sahib tehsil of Tarn Taran district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khadur Sahib and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Tarn Taran. Kang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Kang is 038296. The village covers a total geographical area of 1089 hectares and falls under the 143406 pincode. Patti 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 Khadoor Sahib Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Kang

According to the 2011 Census, Kang village had a total population of 4,621 people, including 2,396 males and 2,225 females, living in 833 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.71%, with male literacy at 75.92% and female literacy at 65.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,110.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Kang

Kang is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

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. The nearest railway station is Jandiala, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tarn Taran to Kang is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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:

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:

FAQs about Kang