Kangar - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Kangar is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Bageshwar and around 35 km from Bageshwar. Jatha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kangar is 051211. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.15 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kangar
According to the 2011 Census, Kangar village had a total population of 216 people, including 92 males and 124 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,348 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.49%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 73.64%.
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 | 216 | 92 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 15 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kangar
Kangar 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 Kangar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kangar.
| 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 Bageshwar to Kangar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kangar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kangar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kangar
Where is Kangar located?
Kangar village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kangar is Jatha.
What is the pincode of Kangar?
The pincode of Kangar is 263628.
What is the population of Kangar?
Kangar had a total population of 216, including 92 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Kangar?
Kangar had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kangar was 84.49%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 73.64%.