How many villages are listed for Kangra district?
Kangra district has 3,869 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 21 sub-districts in Himachal Pradesh.
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Kangra District Village Directory
The Kangra district village directory covers 3,869 Census 2011 village records across 21 sub-districts in Himachal Pradesh. These records help you compare Census village codes, population, households, village area, local facilities, nearest-town details and administrative paths before opening an individual village profile. Across the available records, Kangra district has 3,617 inhabited villages, 252 uninhabited village entries, 1,423,794 people and 318,379 households, with 572,978 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Nurpur has the most village records; Gangath (413) is the largest listed village by population; Pong Dam (473) has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 3,617 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 3,196 villages, all-weather road is reported for 2,533 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records; postal context covers 651 offices and 103 PINs; banking context uses Reserve Bank of India (RBI) ATM, CDM and CRM access records.
Local Admin Units21
Villages3,869
Population1,423,794
Households318,379
Area (ha)572,977.76
Sub-districts in Kangra
The sub-district-wise table compares 21 sub-districts in Kangra district using Census 2011 village records. Nurpur has 419 villages, about 11% of the district list. Palampur has the largest listed village population at 185,733 people. Multhan covers the largest recorded village area.
| Sub-district | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baijnath | 00112 | 204 | 5.3% | 98% | 95,229 | 6.7% | 467 | 22,112 | 28,504.19 | 5% | 334.1 | Aweri (784) |
| Baroh | 00102 | 169 | 4.4% | 95% | 25,789 | 1.8% | 153 | 5,725 | 13,346.76 | 2.3% | 193.2 | Mundha (752) |
| Dera Gopipur | 00103 | 305 | 7.9% | 92% | 115,967 | 8.1% | 38 | 26,503 | 62,134.98 | 11% | 186.6 | Hari Pur (520) |
| Dharmsala | 00099 | 164 | 4.2% | 92% | 93,744 | 6.6% | 572 | 20,798 | 33,396.27 | 5.8% | 280.7 | Sidhpur (382) |
| Dhira | 00109 | 115 | 3% | 98% | 22,119 | 1.6% | 192 | 5,298 | 8,072.83 | 1.4% | 274 | Darman (328) |
| Fatehpur | 00095 | 242 | 6.3% | 92% | 62,041 | 4.4% | 256 | 13,185 | 28,401 | 5% | 218.4 | Hara (99) |
| Harchakian | 00097 | 62 | 1.6% | 97% | 13,841 | 1% | 223 | 3,125 | 7,252.22 | 1.3% | 190.9 | Lanj Khas (196) |
| Indora | 00094 | 116 | 3% | 97% | 76,692 | 5.4% | 661 | 15,716 | 29,231.78 | 5.1% | 262.4 | Damtal (2) |
| Jaisinghpur | 00110 | 222 | 5.7% | 98% | 61,082 | 4.3% | 275 | 15,393 | 19,117.91 | 3.3% | 319.5 | Harsi (931) |
| Jaswan | 00105 | 100 | 2.6% | 86% | 32,520 | 2.3% | 325 | 7,486 | 17,198.28 | 3% | 189.1 | Sansar Pur (1) |
| Jawalamukhi | 00104 | 134 | 3.5% | 91% | 38,143 | 2.7% | 285 | 8,556 | 9,498.40 | 1.7% | 401.6 | Darang (376) |
| Jawali | 00096 | 213 | 5.5% | 92% | 112,746 | 7.9% | 529 | 24,532 | 30,386.20 | 5.3% | 371 | Chalwara Khas (7) |
| Kangra | 00100 | 175 | 4.5% | 92% | 88,040 | 6.2% | 503 | 19,182 | 17,198.13 | 3% | 511.9 | Zamana Bad (436) |
| Khundian | 00107 | 229 | 5.9% | 94% | 38,231 | 2.7% | 167 | 8,268 | 19,008.82 | 3.3% | 201.1 | Salihar (638) |
| Multhan | 00113 | 49 | 1.3% | 69% | 7,612 | 0.5% | 155 | 1,548 | 101,764.42 | 18% | 7.5 | Puling (1069) |
| Nagrota Bagwan | 00101 | 175 | 4.5% | 90% | 70,999 | 5% | 406 | 15,658 | 10,697.05 | 1.9% | 663.7 | Rajana Khas (543) |
| Nurpur | 00093 | 419 | 11% | 94% | 166,718 | 12% | 398 | 35,130 | 53,384.28 | 9.3% | 312.3 | Gangath (413) |
| Palampur | 00111 | 409 | 11% | 97% | 185,733 | 13% | 454 | 43,659 | 43,319.93 | 7.6% | 428.7 | Holta (226) |
| Rakkar | 00106 | 116 | 3% | 89% | 29,503 | 2.1% | 254 | 6,765 | 11,395.53 | 2% | 258.9 | Kuhna (226) |
| Shahpur | 00098 | 160 | 4.1% | 95% | 67,758 | 4.8% | 423 | 15,082 | 23,842.80 | 4.2% | 284.2 | Chari Khas (60) |
| Thural | 00108 | 91 | 2.4% | 92% | 19,287 | 1.4% | 212 | 4,658 | 5,825.98 | 1% | 331.1 | Garh Khas (524) |
Sub-districts with the most village records
Nurpur, Palampur and Dera Gopipur are the sub-districts with the most village records in Kangra district. Nurpur ranks first with 419 villages, 166,718 people and 312.3 people per sq km. Use this ranking to start local village search, Census code lookup and sub-district comparison.
| Rank | Sub-district | Villages | Village Share | Population | Population Share | Area (ha) | Area Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nurpur | 419 | 11% | 166,718 | 12% | 53,384.28 | 9.3% |
| 2 | Palampur | 409 | 11% | 185,733 | 13% | 43,319.93 | 7.6% |
| 3 | Dera Gopipur | 305 | 7.9% | 115,967 | 8.1% | 62,134.98 | 11% |
| 4 | Fatehpur | 242 | 6.3% | 62,041 | 4.4% | 28,401 | 5% |
| 5 | Khundian | 229 | 5.9% | 38,231 | 2.7% | 19,008.82 | 3.3% |
| 6 | Jaisinghpur | 222 | 5.7% | 61,082 | 4.3% | 19,117.91 | 3.3% |
| 7 | Jawali | 213 | 5.5% | 112,746 | 7.9% | 30,386.20 | 5.3% |
| 8 | Baijnath | 204 | 5.3% | 95,229 | 6.7% | 28,504.19 | 5% |
| 9 | Kangra | 175 | 4.5% | 88,040 | 6.2% | 17,198.13 | 3% |
| 10 | Nagrota Bagwan | 175 | 4.5% | 70,999 | 5% | 10,697.05 | 1.9% |
Largest Villages by Population
Gangath (413) is the highest-population village listed for Kangra district, with 4,194 people and 875 households. That is 0.3% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 4.8. The nearest town is Nurpur; 12.0 km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gangath (413) | 4,194 | 0.3% | 875 | 4.8 | 351.95 | 1,191.6 | Nurpur | 12.0 |
| 2 | Aweri (784) | 4,084 | 0.3% | 766 | 5.3 | 251.44 | 1,624.2 | Palampur | 10.0 |
| 3 | Holta (226) | 4,028 | 0.3% | 788 | 5.1 | 270.31 | 1,490.1 | Palampur | 2.0 |
| 4 | Damtal (2) | 3,682 | 0.3% | 769 | 4.8 | 648 | 568.2 | Pathankot | 6.0 |
| 5 | Sidhpur (382) | 3,450 | 0.2% | 848 | 4.1 | 121.33 | 2,843.5 | Dharmsala | 4.0 |
| 6 | Indpur (33) | 3,270 | 0.2% | 646 | 5.1 | 1,358 | 240.8 | Nurpur | 40.0 |
| 7 | Ghugar (211) | 3,225 | 0.2% | 803 | 4 | 126.72 | 2,545 | Palampur | 3.0 |
| 8 | Chalwara Khas (7) | 3,223 | 0.2% | 699 | 4.6 | 433.09 | 744.2 | Nurpur | 32.0 |
| 9 | Jawali Khas (62) | 3,087 | 0.2% | 694 | 4.4 | 67.96 | 4,542.4 | Nurpur | 26.0 |
| 10 | Nagrota Surian (470) | 3,069 | 0.2% | 666 | 4.6 | 130.74 | 2,347.4 | Dera Gopipur | 30.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Pong Dam (473) has the largest recorded village area in Kangra district at 28,003.71 hectares. It represents 4.9% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 0.4 people per sq km. Use area figures for broad comparison only; land and revenue checks should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | District Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pong Dam (473) | 28,003.71 | 4.9% | 119 | 0.4 | 24 | 0 | Dera Gopipur | 60.0 |
| 2 | Raigahar Dhar (1084) | 14,915 | 2.6% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Jogindarnagar | 10.0 |
| 3 | Thangahar (1087) | 14,570.56 | 2.5% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Jogindarnagar | 9.0 |
| 4 | Kalihani Dhar (1085) | 13,930.42 | 2.4% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Jogindarnagar | 10.0 |
| 5 | Marala Dhar (1086) | 9,583.82 | 1.7% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Jogindarnagar | 10.0 |
| 6 | Shannal Dhar (1082) | 7,979.47 | 1.4% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Jogindarnagar | 12.0 |
| 7 | Bhadal Dhar (1083) | 7,754.37 | 1.4% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Palampur | 94.0 |
| 8 | Chakban Kareri (28) | 7,396.56 | 1.3% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Dharmsala | 24.0 |
| 9 | Dharjot (850) | 6,473 | 1.1% | 72 | 1.1 | 13 | 0 | Palampur | 29.0 |
| 10 | Thamsar (1080) | 6,259.49 | 1.1% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Jogindarnagar | 45.0 |
Post Offices and PIN Codes in Kangra District
Kangra has 651 post office records across 103 PIN codes in the available postal dataset. Use this summary for address reference, PIN-code grouping and nearby post-office checks.
The postal summary adds India Post address-reference context for Kangra district without turning the page into a full postal dump. It covers 651 offices across 103 PIN codes, including 646 delivery offices and 547 branch offices. PIN 176001 has the highest listed post-office count here with 18 offices. Selected rows are shown for quick reading; verify complete address and delivery details with India Post.
Please verify important address details with India Post before using PIN or post office information for postal, legal, banking or official work.
Post Offices / 100 Villages16.8
PIN Codes / 100 Villages2.7
Delivery Office %99%
Branch Office %84%
Coordinate Coverage %95%
- Post Offices
- 651
- Unique PIN Codes
- 103
- Delivery Offices
- 646
- Non-delivery Offices
- 5
- Head Offices
- 4
- Sub Offices
- 100
- Branch Offices
- 547
Top PIN Codes by Post Office Count
| PIN Code | Post Offices |
|---|---|
| 176001 | 18 |
| 176125 | 18 |
| 176061 | 16 |
| 176023 | 14 |
| 176022 | 14 |
| 176206 | 14 |
| 176047 | 13 |
| 176029 | 13 |
| 176201 | 13 |
| 176056 | 12 |
| 176031 | 11 |
| 176403 | 11 |
| 176215 | 11 |
| 176058 | 11 |
| 176204 | 11 |
| 176401 | 10 |
| 176083 | 10 |
| 176208 | 9 |
| 176051 | 9 |
| 176059 | 9 |
Office Type Summary
| Office Type | Post Offices |
|---|---|
| Head Office | 4 |
| Sub Office | 100 |
| Branch Office | 547 |
Selected Post Offices and PIN Codes
| Office Name | PIN | Type | Delivery | Division | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dehra Ho | 177101 | Head Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Dharamsala Ho | 176215 | Head Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Kangra Ho | 176001 | Head Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Palampur Ho | 176061 | Head Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Alampur So Kangra | 176082 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Auc Palampur So | 176062 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Baijnath So Kangra | 176125 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Bairhgat So | 176073 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Bankhandi So | 177114 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Baroh So | 176054 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Bhadwar So | 176200 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Bharmar So | 176021 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Bhawana So | 176076 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Bhawarna So | 176083 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Bhullanaso So | 176071 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Bir So Kangra | 176077 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Chachian So | 176059 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Chadhiar So | 176088 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Chanour So | 177113 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Charri So | 176217 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Chobin So | 176128 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Dadasiba So | 177106 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Damtal So | 176403 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Darang So | 176060 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Daroh So | 176092 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Daulatpur So Kangra | 176038 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Dhaliara So | 177103 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Dhameta So | 176025 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Dharamsala Cantt So | 176216 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Dheera So | 176101 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Duhak So | 176075 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Fatehpur So Kangra | 176053 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Gaggal So | 176209 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Gangtha So | 176204 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Garli So | 177108 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Ghallour So | 176066 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Ghamroor So | 176502 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Guler So | 176033 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Harchakian So | 176210 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Haripur So | 176028 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Indora So | 176401 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jaisinghpur So Kangra | 176095 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jalag So | 176094 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jassur So | 176201 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jawalamukhi So | 176031 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Jawali So | 176023 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Kandrori So | 176402 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Khaniara So | 176218 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Khera So | 176086 | Post Office | Delivery | Dharamsala Division | Divreportingcircle |
| Khundian So | 176030 | Post Office | Delivery | Dehra Gopipur Division | Divreportingcircle |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Kangra District
Kangra district has 369 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 21 banks and 78 PIN codes. The list includes 299 ATMs, 66 CRMs and 3 electronic kiosks. Punjab National Bank has the highest number of listed records, with 120 entries (33%). PIN code 176215 has the highest listed banking access count, with 43 records (12%). The density is 9.5 records per 100 village records. Use this section to understand local banking access patterns, then confirm current service status with the bank before visiting.
Please verify with the bank before visiting any ATM, CDM or CRM location, including the current address, service status and timings.
Records / 100 Villages9.5
ATM Share81%
CDM Share0%
CRM Share18%
Records / Bank17.6
- ATM/CDM/CRM Records
- 369
- ATMs
- 299
- CRMs
- 66
- Electronic Kiosks
- 3
- Banks
- 21
- PINs
- 78
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 299 | 81% |
| CRM | 66 | 18% |
| Electronic Kiosk | 3 | 0.8% |
| E-Lobby | 1 | 0.3% |
| E-Lobby | 1 | 0.3% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Punjab National Bank | 120 | 33% |
| State Bank of India | 112 | 30% |
| Hdfc Bank Ltd. | 35 | 9.5% |
| Uco Bank | 17 | 4.6% |
| Canara Bank | 16 | 4.3% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 176215 | 43 | 12% |
| 176001 | 40 | 11% |
| 176061 | 37 | 10% |
| 176047 | 14 | 3.8% |
| 176201 | 13 | 3.5% |
| 176125 | 12 | 3.3% |
| 176202 | 10 | 2.7% |
| 176057 | 10 | 2.7% |
| 176219 | 9 | 2.4% |
| 176052 | 9 | 2.4% |
| 176023 | 9 | 2.4% |
| 176031 | 8 | 2.2% |
| 176209 | 8 | 2.2% |
| 176206 | 7 | 1.9% |
| 176115 | 7 | 1.9% |
| 176102 | 7 | 1.9% |
| 176401 | 6 | 1.6% |
| 176083 | 6 | 1.6% |
| 177101 | 5 | 1.4% |
| 176027 | 5 | 1.4% |
Sub-district-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| Sub-district | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks | PINs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baijnath(t) | 18 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 4 |
| Baroh(t) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Dera Gopipur(t) | 11 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 10 |
| Dharmsala(t) | 67 | 47 | 19 | 0 | 19 | 6 |
| Dhira(s.t) | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Fatehpur(t) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Harchakian(s.t) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Indora(t) | 12 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 4 |
| Jai Singhpur(t) | 11 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| Jaswan(t) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Jawalamukhi | 12 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 4 |
| Jawali(t) | 17 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Kangra(t) | 77 | 65 | 11 | 0 | 17 | 28 |
| Khundian(t) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Nagrota Bagwan | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 2 |
| Nurpur(t) | 35 | 31 | 4 | 0 | 9 | 9 |
| Palampur(t) | 64 | 51 | 11 | 0 | 15 | 15 |
| Rakkar(s.t) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Shahpur(t) | 14 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 6 |
| Thural(s.t) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records for Kangra district from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data, including banks such as Canara Bank, ICICI Bank Limited and Punjab National Bank. The visible sample includes PIN codes such as 176125, 176115 and 176122. Verify the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canara Bank | ATM | 176125 | Kangra | Baijnath(t) | Baijnath (870) | Baijnath Near Shiv Temple, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, 176125 |
| ICICI Bank Limited | CRM | 176115 | Kangra | Baijnath(t) | Kasba Paprola (822) | Opp. Iocl Pump, Pathankot Mandi - Nh, Paprola, Dist: Kangra, Himachal Pradesh - 176115 ICICI Bank Ltd, Khasra No. 400… |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 176122 | Kangra | Baijnath(t) | Kothi (823) | Teh.baijnath Kothi Kohar, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, 176122 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 176081 | Kangra | Baijnath(t) | Aweri (784) | Alhilal Cantt. Village Aweri, Teh Baijnath, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, 176081 |
| Hdfc Bank Ltd. | ATM | 176125 | Kangra | Baijnath(t) | Baijnath (870) | Baijnath Main Bazar, Near Sbi Baijnath, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, 176125 |
| Hdfc Bank Ltd. | ATM | 176115 | Kangra | Baijnath(t) | Kasba Paprola (822) | Tehsil - Baijnath, Dist. Kangra, Himachal Pradesh - 176115 Hdfc Bank Ltd, Grd. Floor, Sharda' Eden Main Bazar, Paprola… |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 176125 | Kangra | Baijnath(t) | Baijnath (870) | Baijnath Ganesh Bazar Baijnath Dist: Kangra PIN-176125, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, 176125 |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 176125 | Kangra | Baijnath(t) | Mahankal (1020) | Teh.baijnath Mahakal, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, 176125 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Population Summary
Kangra district's village records list 1,423,794 people in 318,379 households. The average household size is 4.5. The listed village population density is 248.5 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village368
Average Household Size4.5
Inhabited Village %93%
Population Density / sq km248.5
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population1,423,794
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects Kangra district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 15 CD blocks, 0 Gram Panchayats and 15 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include Dera Gopipur, Dharmsala and Jawalamukhi.
CD Blocks Reported15
Gram Panchayats Reported0
Nearest Town Names Reported15
CD blocks reported: Baijnath, Bhawarna, Dera, Dharmsala, Fatehpur, Indora, Kangra, Lambagaon, Nagrota Bagwan, Nagrota Surian, Nurpur, Panchrukhi and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for Kangra district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 3,617 villages (93% of district records), mobile coverage in 3,196 villages (83% of district records), all-weather road in 2,533 villages (65% of district records). Lower-count fields include PDS Shop and All-weather Road, so users should verify current services locally. Treat these figures as historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 3,617 | 3,617 | — | 93.49 |
| Mobile Coverage | 3,196 | 3,617 | — | 82.61 |
| All-Weather Road | 2,533 | 3,617 | — | 65.47 |
| PDS Shop | 483 | 3,617 | — | 12.48 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 3,617 | 3,617 | — | 93.49 |
Median Nearest Town Distance18 km
Villages within 5 km338
Villages over 25 km1,212
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 338 | 8.7% |
| 5-10 Km | 527 | 14% |
| 10-25 Km | 1,792 | 46% |
| Over 25 Km | 1,212 | 31% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance highlights show how Kangra villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 3,869 villages, with an average of 20.97 km and a median of 18 km. 338 villages are within 5 km of a listed town, while 1212 are over 25 km away. Use these figures for orientation, not for survey, emergency travel or legal decisions.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 3,869 | 20.97 | 94 | Bhadal Dhar (1083) | Palampur |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for Kangra district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 25 data fields and 92,945 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 5 | 19,345 | 11,607 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 11,607 | 7,693 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 11,355 | 10,826 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 28,936 | 5,886 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 7,234 | 5,729 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 3,617 | 483 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 10,851 | 10,851 |
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Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
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- Banking Context
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Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which sub-district has the most village records in Kangra district?
Nurpur has the most village records in Kangra district, with 419 entries. This is 11% of the district list, with 166,718 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in Kangra district?
Gangath (413) is the highest-population village shown for Kangra district, with 4,194 people and 875 households. It accounts for 0.3% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Kangra district?
Pong Dam (473) has the largest recorded village area in this directory for Kangra district, at 28,003.71 hectares. It represents 4.9% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for Kangra district villages?
The population summary includes 1,423,794 people, 318,379 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 4.5 and population density is 248.5 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for Kangra district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 3,617 villages (93% of district records), mobile coverage in 3,196 villages (83% of district records), all-weather road in 2,533 villages (65% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
Does this page show postal and PIN details for Kangra district?
Yes. The postal summary includes 651 offices and 103 PINs for Kangra district. That is about 16.8 offices per 100 village records. Verify important address details with India Post.
What does the bank ATM, CDM and CRM data mean for Kangra district?
The banking section shows bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. Kangra district has 369 banking service records, about 9.5 records per 100 village records. Punjab National Bank has the highest number of listed records, with 120 entries. Current service details should be verified with the bank.
Which PIN code has the most bank ATM, CDM and CRM records in Kangra district?
PIN code 176215 has the most listed bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records in Kangra district, with 43 records in the available RBI-sourced data. Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
How do I find a Census village code in Kangra district?
Start from the sub-district-wise table, open the local page, then choose the village. Village profiles show the Census village code where it is listed in the Census 2011 record.
How can I verify land records for villages in Kangra district?
Use the official land-record portal for Himachal Pradesh, or the district and revenue office links where available. Most portals ask for district, sub-district, village and a record number such as khata, khatiyan, plot, khasra or owner name depending on the state. Vill is for village directory context, not land ownership proof.
Is the Kangra district village data live or historical?
The village details are mainly based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some administrative names, facilities, PINs or services may have changed after 2011, so verify important details with official sources.