Panjani - Balakote, Poonch
Panjani is a village situated in the Balakote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 33 km from Mendhar and around 40 km from Punch. Dharati serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Panjani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjani is 001228. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Panjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panjani
According to the 2011 Census, Panjani village had a total population of 173 people, including 76 males and 97 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,276 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.66%, with male literacy at 94.83% and female literacy at 56.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 173 | 76 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 21 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Panjani
Panjani 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 Panjani
Panjani 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 5-10 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 Punch to Panjani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjani 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 Panjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panjani
Where is Panjani located?
Panjani village is located in Balakote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Panjani?
The Halqa Panchayat of Panjani is Dharati.
What is the pincode of Panjani?
The pincode of Panjani is 185211.
What is the population of Panjani?
Panjani had a total population of 173, including 76 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Panjani?
Panjani had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjani was 72.66%. Male literacy was 94.83% and female literacy was 56.79%.