Panchal
Panchal is a village located in Banihal tehsil of Ramban district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Banihal (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Ramban. As per 2009 stats, Panchal B is the gram panchayat of Panchal village.
Here you can discover what makes Panchal unique in its vibrant Banihal-Ramban region. You’ll see Panchal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panchal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchal is 004544. The village spans a total geographical area of 590 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182146. Banihal is nearest town to Panchal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Panchal
Population of Panchal
According to the 2011 Census, Panchal has a total population of about 3,069, with approximately 1,580 males and 1,489 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 586 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 148. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.48%, with male literacy at about 68.61% and female literacy near 33.31%. There are around 606 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panchal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,069 | 1,580 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 311 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 82 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 1,580 | 1,084 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,489 | 496 | 993 |
Connectivity of Panchal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchal. As per the 2011 stats, Panchal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panchal
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchal
- Where is Panchal located?
- Panchal village is situated in Banihal Tehsil, within the Ramban district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panchal is Panchal B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panchal?
- The pincode of Panchal is 182146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panchal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchal is 3,069, with 1,580 males and 1,489 females.
- How many households are there in Panchal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchal village has a total of 606 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchal is 51.48%. The male literacy rate is 68.61%, while the female literacy rate is 33.31%.