Panjiara - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Panjiara is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Naharvan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjiara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjiara is 010489. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.19 hectares and falls under the 176036 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Panjiara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjiara
As per Census 2011, Panjiara village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 168 males and 183 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjiara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 168 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 141 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 27 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Panjiara
Panjiara 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 Panjiara
Panjiara 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 | 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 Dharmsala to Panjiara is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjiara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjiara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Panjiara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjiara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panjiara
Where is Panjiara located?
Panjiara village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjiara?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjiara is Naharvan.
What is the pincode of Panjiara?
The pincode of Panjiara is 176036.
What is the population of Panjiara?
Panjiara has a total population of 351, including 168 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Panjiara?
There are 82 households in Panjiara.
What is the literacy rate in Panjiara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjiara is 80.63%. Male literacy is 83.93% and female literacy is 77.60%.