Panjalehar - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Panjalehar is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Paplah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjalehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjalehar is 011292. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.03 hectares and falls under the 176086 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Panjalehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjalehar
According to the 2011 Census, Panjalehar village had a total population of 259 people, including 100 males and 159 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,590 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.47%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 81.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 259 | 100 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 69 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 31 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Panjalehar
Panjalehar 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 Panjalehar
Panjalehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Panjalehar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjalehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjalehar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panjalehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjalehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panjalehar
Where is Panjalehar located?
Panjalehar village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panjalehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjalehar is Paplah.
What is the pincode of Panjalehar?
The pincode of Panjalehar is 176086.
What is the population of Panjalehar?
Panjalehar had a total population of 259, including 100 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Panjalehar?
Panjalehar had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panjalehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjalehar was 84.47%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 81.12%.