Panyala - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Panyala is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panyala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panyala is 018941. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.02 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Panyala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panyala
As per Census 2011, Panyala village has a total population of 368 people, consisting of 183 males and 185 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panyala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 183 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 155 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 28 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Panyala
Panyala 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 Panyala
Public transport in the Panyala is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bilaspur to Panyala is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panyala 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panyala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panyala
Where is Panyala located?
Panyala village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panyala?
The Gram Panchayat of Panyala is Kothi.
What is the pincode of Panyala?
The pincode of Panyala is 174021.
What is the population of Panyala?
Panyala has a total population of 368, including 183 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Panyala?
There are 88 households in Panyala.
What is the literacy rate in Panyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panyala is 80.16%. Male literacy is 84.70% and female literacy is 75.68%.