Panikhar
About Panikhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Panikhar village is 001055. Panikhar village is located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Panikhar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 70.4 hectares. Panikhar has a total population of 325 peoples, out of which male population is 165 while female population is 160. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 969 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of panikhar village is 75.08% out of which 83.64% males and 66.25% females are literate. There are about 43 houses in panikhar village. Pincode of panikhar village locality is 194103.
When it comes to administration, Panikhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Panikhar village comes under Zanskar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency. Kargil is nearest town to panikhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
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Population of Panikhar
The population details of Panikhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 318 | 160 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 138 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 27 | 54 |
Connectivity of Panikhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Panikhar
Where is Panikhar located?
Panikhar village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panikhar?
Panikhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Panikhar?
The pincode of Panikhar is 194103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Panikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panikhar is 325, with 165 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Panikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Panikhar village has a total of 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panikhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panikhar is 75.08%. The male literacy rate is 83.64%, while the female literacy rate is 66.25%.