Panjgrain - Nagrota, Jammu
Panjgrain is a village situated in the Nagrota tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Jammu and around 28 km from Jammu. Panjgarian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjgrain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjgrain is 005675. The village covers a total geographical area of 1423.7 hectares and falls under the 181221 pincode. Nagrote is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panjgrain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjgrain
As per Census 2011, Panjgrain village has a total population of 998 people, consisting of 533 males and 465 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 483 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 535 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjgrain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 998 | 533 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 95 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 535 | 285 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 295 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 238 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Panjgrain
Panjgrain is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Cheka | East | 1.69 km |
| Khellani | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Bhatoli | West | 1.87 km |
| Neota | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Drodhu | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Malothi | West | 2.90 km |
| Derka | West | 3.69 km |
| Danda | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Ghuraka | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Sindra | North | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panjgrain
Panjgrain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udhampur, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagrote to Panjgrain is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Panjgrain is about 28 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 Panjgrain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjgrain 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panjgrain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjgrain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panjgrain
Where is Panjgrain located?
Panjgrain village is located in Nagrota Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjgrain?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjgrain is Panjgarian.
What is the pincode of Panjgrain?
The pincode of Panjgrain is 181221.
What is the population of Panjgrain?
Panjgrain has a total population of 998, including 533 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Panjgrain?
There are 191 households in Panjgrain.
What is the literacy rate in Panjgrain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjgrain is 48.40%. Male literacy is 55.35% and female literacy is 40.43%.