Panj Taran - Karnah, Kupwara
Panj Taran is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Tad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panj Taran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panj Taran is 000357. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.2 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 129 km away.
Panj Taran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panj Taran
As per Census 2011, Panj Taran village has a total population of 822 people, consisting of 453 males and 369 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 459 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panj Taran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 453 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 147 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 244 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 209 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Panj Taran
Panj Taran 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 Panj Taran
Panj Taran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Panj Taran is about 129 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Panj Taran is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panj Taran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panj Taran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panj Taran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panj Taran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panj Taran
Where is Panj Taran located?
Panj Taran village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panj Taran?
The Gram Panchayat of Panj Taran is Tad.
What is the pincode of Panj Taran?
The pincode of Panj Taran is 193225.
What is the population of Panj Taran?
Panj Taran has a total population of 822, including 453 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Panj Taran?
There are 148 households in Panj Taran.
What is the literacy rate in Panj Taran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panj Taran is 44.16%. Male literacy is 53.86% and female literacy is 32.25%.