Panjgrain - Suchetgarh, Jammu
Panjgrain is a village situated in the Suchetgarh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from R.s.pora and around 39 km from Jammu. Talhar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Panjgrain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjgrain is 006156. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.2 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjgrain
According to the 2011 Census, Panjgrain village had a total population of 262 people, including 128 males and 134 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.70%, with male literacy at 90.43% and female literacy at 75.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187.
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 | 262 | 128 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 91 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 24 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Panjgrain
Panjgrain 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 Panjgrain
Panjgrain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 R.s.pora to Panjgrain is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Panjgrain is about 39 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 <1 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panjgrain
Where is Panjgrain located?
Panjgrain village is located in Suchetgarh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Panjgrain?
The Halqa Panchayat of Panjgrain is Talhar.
What is the pincode of Panjgrain?
The pincode of Panjgrain is 181102.
What is the population of Panjgrain?
Panjgrain had a total population of 262, including 128 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Panjgrain?
Panjgrain had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panjgrain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjgrain was 82.70%. Male literacy was 90.43% and female literacy was 75.41%.