Panjola - Bhalai, Chamba
Panjola is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhunad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjola is 007287. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.99 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Panjola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjola
According to the 2011 Census, Panjola village had a total population of 180 people, including 95 males and 85 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.65%, with male literacy at 58.54% and female literacy at 34.33%.
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 | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 48 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 47 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Panjola
Panjola 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 Panjola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Panjola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chamba to Panjola is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Panjola is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panjola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjola 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 Panjola
Where is Panjola located?
Panjola village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjola?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjola is Bhunad.
What is the pincode of Panjola?
The pincode of Panjola is 176312.
What is the population of Panjola?
Panjola had a total population of 180, including 95 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Panjola?
Panjola had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panjola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjola was 47.65%. Male literacy was 58.54% and female literacy was 34.33%.