Panzigam - Kokernag, Anantnag
Panzigam is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Chree serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panzigam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panzigam is 003782. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.3 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Panzigam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panzigam
According to the 2011 Census, Panzigam village had a total population of 3,606 people, including 1,901 males and 1,705 females, living in 571 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.32%, with male literacy at 46.97% and female literacy at 28.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,331.
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 | 3,606 | 1,901 | 1,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,038 | 547 | 491 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,331 | 657 | 674 |
| Literate Population | 984 | 636 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,622 | 1,265 | 1,357 |
Nearby Villages of Panzigam
Panzigam 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 Panzigam
Public transport in the Panzigam is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kokernag to Panzigam is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Panzigam is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panzigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panzigam 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 Panzigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panzigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panzigam
Where is Panzigam located?
Panzigam village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panzigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Panzigam is Chree.
What is the pincode of Panzigam?
The pincode of Panzigam is 192202.
What is the population of Panzigam?
Panzigam had a total population of 3,606, including 1,901 males and 1,705 females.
How many households are there in Panzigam?
Panzigam had 571 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panzigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panzigam was 38.32%. Male literacy was 46.97% and female literacy was 28.67%.