Sangar - Kanda, Bageshwar
Sangar is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Sangar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangar is 050681. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.54 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sangar 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sangar
According to the 2011 Census, Sangar village had a total population of 435 people, including 197 males and 238 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,208 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.30%, with male literacy at 88.69% and female literacy at 61.21%.
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 | 435 | 197 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 149 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 48 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Sangar
Sangar 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 Sangar
Sangar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Sangar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sangar
Where is Sangar located?
Sangar village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sangar?
Sangar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sangar?
The pincode of Sangar is 263632.
What is the population of Sangar?
Sangar had a total population of 435, including 197 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Sangar?
Sangar had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangar was 73.30%. Male literacy was 88.69% and female literacy was 61.21%.