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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Pander village has a total population of 469 people, consisting of 238 males and 231 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pander are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 238 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Pander?
The Gram Panchayat of Pander is Ligri.
What is the pincode of Pander?
The pincode of Pander is 182204.
What is the population of Pander?
Pander has a total population of 469, including 238 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Pander?
There are 97 households in Pander.
What is the literacy rate in Pander?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pander is 43.28%. Male literacy is 51.68% and female literacy is 34.63%.