Pangiari - Akhnoor, Jammu
Pangiari is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Pangari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pangiari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pangiari is 005479. The village covers a total geographical area of 1056.2 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pangiari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pangiari
As per Census 2011, Pangiari village has a total population of 3,522 people, consisting of 1,875 males and 1,647 females. The village has 745 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,866 literate and 1,656 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,869 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pangiari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,522 | 1,875 | 1,647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 267 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,869 | 998 | 871 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,866 | 1,078 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,656 | 797 | 859 |
Nearby Villages of Pangiari
Pangiari 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 Pangiari
Pangiari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Akhnoor to Pangiari is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Pangiari is about 35 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 Pangiari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pangiari 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pangiari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pangiari 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 Pangiari
Where is Pangiari located?
Pangiari village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pangiari?
The Gram Panchayat of Pangiari is Pangari.
What is the pincode of Pangiari?
The pincode of Pangiari is 181201.
What is the population of Pangiari?
Pangiari has a total population of 3,522, including 1,875 males and 1,647 females.
How many households are there in Pangiari?
There are 745 households in Pangiari.
What is the literacy rate in Pangiari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pangiari is 52.98%. Male literacy is 57.49% and female literacy is 47.84%.