Panjah - Haripurdhar, Sirmaur
Panjah is a village situated in the Haripurdhar tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 102 km from Nahan. Badol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjah is 022983. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 173032 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Panjah 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 renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjah
As per Census 2011, Panjah village has a total population of 820 people, consisting of 418 males and 402 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 820 | 418 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 62 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 96 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 283 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 135 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Panjah
Panjah 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 Panjah
Panjah 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Panjah is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panjah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panjah
Where is Panjah located?
Panjah village is located in Haripurdhar Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjah?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjah is Badol.
What is the pincode of Panjah?
The pincode of Panjah is 173032.
What is the population of Panjah?
Panjah has a total population of 820, including 418 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Panjah?
There are 103 households in Panjah.
What is the literacy rate in Panjah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjah is 62.93%. Male literacy is 67.70% and female literacy is 57.96%.