Panjain - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Panjain is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Panjain village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjain is 014975. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.32 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Panjain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjain
As per Census 2011, Panjain village has a total population of 823 people, consisting of 411 males and 412 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 581 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 411 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 158 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 317 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 94 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Panjain
Panjain 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 Panjain
Panjain 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 Mandi to Panjain is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panjain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panjain
Where is Panjain located?
Panjain village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjain?
Panjain is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panjain?
The pincode of Panjain is 175106.
What is the population of Panjain?
Panjain has a total population of 823, including 411 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Panjain?
There are 148 households in Panjain.
What is the literacy rate in Panjain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjain is 70.60%. Male literacy is 77.13% and female literacy is 64.08%.