Panga - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Panga is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Manjher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panga is 019625. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.99 hectares and falls under the 174011 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Panga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panga
As per Census 2011, Panga village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 124 males and 146 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,177 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 124 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 29 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Panga
Panga 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 Panga
Public transport in the Panga is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Panga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Panga is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panga
Where is Panga located?
Panga village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panga?
The Gram Panchayat of Panga is Manjher.
What is the pincode of Panga?
The pincode of Panga is 174011.
What is the population of Panga?
Panga has a total population of 270, including 124 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Panga?
There are 42 households in Panga.
What is the literacy rate in Panga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panga is 68.89%. Male literacy is 76.61% and female literacy is 62.33%.