Panjal - Loharghat, Solan
Panjal is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Solan. Lag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjal is 020603. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.1 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Panjal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjal
According to the 2011 Census, Panjal village had a total population of 407 people, including 206 males and 201 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.22%, with male literacy at 87.57% and female literacy at 68.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157.
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 | 407 | 206 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 78 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 155 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 51 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Panjal
Panjal 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 Panjal
Panjal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Solan to Panjal is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panjal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panjal
Where is Panjal located?
Panjal village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjal?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjal is Lag.
What is the pincode of Panjal?
The pincode of Panjal is 174102.
What is the population of Panjal?
Panjal had a total population of 407, including 206 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Panjal?
Panjal had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panjal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjal was 78.22%. Male literacy was 87.57% and female literacy was 68.60%.