Panjgain
Panjgain is a village located in Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from Bilaspur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Panjgain village. As per 2009 stats, Panjgain village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Panjgain unique in its vibrant Bilaspur Sadar-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Panjgain’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panjgain
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panjgain is 019722. The village spans a total geographical area of 342 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174001. Bilaspur is nearest town to Panjgain village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Panjgain village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panjgain
Population of Panjgain
According to the 2011 Census, Panjgain has a total population of about 1,914, with approximately 960 males and 954 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 360 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.32%, with male literacy at about 84.17% and female literacy near 72.43%. There are around 356 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panjgain's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,914 | 960 | 954 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 177 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 808 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 152 | 263 |
Connectivity of Panjgain
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panjgain. As per the 2011 stats, Panjgain had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panjgain
Knowing the nearby villages of Panjgain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panjgain.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panjgain
- Where is Panjgain located?
- Panjgain village is situated in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panjgain?
- Panjgain serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Panjgain?
- The pincode of Panjgain is 174001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panjgain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panjgain is 1,914, with 960 males and 954 females.
- How many households are there in Panjgain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panjgain village has a total of 356 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panjgain as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panjgain is 78.32%. The male literacy rate is 84.17%, while the female literacy rate is 72.43%.