Pander - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Pander is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Ligri serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Pander village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pander is 004775. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.9 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Pander village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pander
According to the 2011 Census, Pander village had a total population of 469 people, including 238 males and 231 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.88%, with male literacy at 58.57% and female literacy at 40.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 469 | 238 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 123 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 115 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Pander
Pander 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 Pander
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Pander.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Pander is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Pander is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pander
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pander village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pander
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pander 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pander
Where is Pander located?
Pander village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Pander?
The Halqa Panchayat of Pander is Ligri.
What is the pincode of Pander?
The pincode of Pander is 182204.
What is the population of Pander?
Pander had a total population of 469, including 238 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Pander?
Pander had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pander?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pander was 49.88%. Male literacy was 58.57% and female literacy was 40.61%.