Panzgam - Kralpora, Kupwara
Panzgam is a village situated in the Kralpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Kupwara and around 20 km from Kup[wara. Manzchatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panzgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panzgam is 000086. The village covers a total geographical area of 597.7 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Panzgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panzgam
As per Census 2011, Panzgam village has a total population of 14,453 people, consisting of 8,543 males and 5,910 females. The village has 1,410 households and a sex ratio of 691 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,554 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,091 literate and 6,362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,002 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panzgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,453 | 8,543 | 5,910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,554 | 1,876 | 1,678 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 10 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,002 | 1,033 | 969 |
| Literate Population | 8,091 | 5,624 | 2,467 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,362 | 2,919 | 3,443 |
Nearby Villages of Panzgam
Panzgam 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 Panzgam
Panzgam 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 <5 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 Kupwara to Panzgam is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kup[wara to Panzgam is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panzgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panzgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panzgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panzgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panzgam
Where is Panzgam located?
Panzgam village is located in Kralpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panzgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Panzgam is Manzchatra.
What is the pincode of Panzgam?
The pincode of Panzgam is 193224.
What is the population of Panzgam?
Panzgam has a total population of 14,453, including 8,543 males and 5,910 females.
How many households are there in Panzgam?
There are 1,410 households in Panzgam.
What is the literacy rate in Panzgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panzgam is 55.98%. Male literacy is 65.83% and female literacy is 41.74%.